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Find a Park Online Reservations: Camping Parks Now Offer 24/7 Online Reservations (Learn More)
Upcoming Star Night Parties (Learn More)   Event Calendar (Learn More)
Some Parks Operate on
 5-Day Schedules (Learn More)

Kartchner Caverns State Park, Online Ticket Reservations

Kartchner Caverns SP® is a stunning cavern system in Southeastern Arizona. Learn about Cave Tours, Watch Video or make online Cave Tour Reservations 24-hours.

Online Campground Reservations

15 Parks offer 24/7 Online Campground Reservations. Pick your favorite site early! Learn More

Halloween Party

On Oct. 27 enjoy a Halloween Party at Kartchner Caverns SP in Benson with costume contest, crafts, activities, and more! From 4-6 pm. Learn More

Moonlight Hike

On Oct. 27 join a ranger-led Moonlight Hike at Lost Dutchman SP in Apache Junction. Reservations are required and event is limited to 100 participants! Learn More

Moonlight Hike

On Oct. 29 enjoy a Moonlight Hike at Red Rock SP in Sedona. Reservations are required and this event fill ups quickly! Learn More

Sunday Hike

Oct. 21 hike Alamo Canyon & West Ridges, 7-8 miles on Catalina SP's Sunday Hike led by Gaston Meloche. Reservations are required. See schedule on park home page. Learn More

History of the Yavapai-Apache Nation

Apache Elder Vincent Randall & archaeologist Chris Coder will present a program on the culture, language, & history of Tribal People in the Verde Valley at Red Rock SP on Nov. 4. Learn More

Night Under the Stars

Alamo Lake SP will hold Night Under the Stars, Star Party on Nov. 10. This is a great dark sky park with fantastic camping and fishing! An Official AZ Centennial Event. Learn More

WILD Connections Event!

On Nov. 10 & 11 join in a celebration of wildlife, landscapes, & community at Catalina SP during the WILD Connections Event with exhibits & activities. Learn More

Event Calendar

Learn about upcoming events and activities around the state at many Arizona State Parks. Learn More

Junior Ranger Program

Kids can pledge to do their part to help preserve the beauty of the parks for everyone to enjoy. Hours of fun activities to download! Watch video promo! Learn More

Camping Cabins

Camping Cabins offer a unique way to experience select Arizona State Parks. Learn More & Watch Video

Support Arizona State Parks

Become A Fan

Next stop 10,000! Thanks to your support, AZ State Parks just reached 7500 Fans! (Now called "Likers".) Become A Fan (External Link)

Volunteer Programs

We need Volunteers to ensure that our resources are protected, our amenities are at their best, and that visitors enjoy an unforgettable experience! Learn More

AZ Recreation & Cultural Sites Map

Check out the interactive online version of the AZ Recreation & Cultural Sites Map which brings attention to AZ's diverse cultural & recreational visitor opportunities. Learn More (External Link)

Foundation & Friends Groups

The ASP Foundation provides advocacy, fund-raising & friend-raising. Friends Groups support specific parks, and many new groups have been started! Learn More

Adopt a Cactus

Friends of Lost Dutchman SP Volunteer Patricia Carter shares her story and explains about the New Adopt a Cactus program. Learn More

Standard or Premium Annual Pass

The Gift of Outdoor Adventure! An Arizona State Parks Standard or Premium Annual Pass is a great gift for yourself or a friend. Learn More

Arizona Highways

Arizona Highways is teaming up with Arizona State Parks Foundation. Learn how you can fundraise $5 for the park of your choice. Learn More

Latest Website Updates

Read October 2012 Issue of Parks Newsletter (New)
Read Winter Issue of Arizona Watch (New)
Listen to NPR Story About Kartchner Caverns (New)
Arizona State Parks' Awards and Recognitions (New)

Kartchner Caverns Discovery Center Scavenger Hunt (New)
Boating Safety Downloadable Coloring Book (New)

Evening Slide Presentation SeriesLatest Photo Galleries

Fort Verde Days: October 13 & 14, 2012 (Gallery)
Verde River Day, September 29, 2012 (Gallery)
Civil War in the Southwest at Picacho Peak, March 10 & 11, 2012 (Gallery)
GeoCache Bash at Cattail Cove, March 10 2012 (Gallery)
Buffalo Soldiers Day at Fort Verde, Feb. 18 & 19, 2012 (Gallery)

Conserving Arizona's Treasures

Arizona State Parks protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. Arizona State Parks provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.* Select parks now have online reservations!

Mission Statement: Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our Parks and through our Partners.

Vision Statement: Arizona State Parks is indispensable to the economies, communities, and environments of Arizona.

Contact Arizona State Parks

Arizona State Parks (Contact Us online)
1300 W. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-4174   Toll Free: (800) 285-3703

 
* Source: Arizona 2009 Tourism Facts, Year-End Summary, by the Arizona Office of Tourism External Link.