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Lake Havasu City, Ariz. – To celebrate Veterans Day, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado River District will be waiving entrance fees to local recreation sites. The fee-free designation applies to Veterans Day holiday weekend, November 9 - 11, 2013. "These fee-free days will provide a great opportunity to visit a new area and explore the wonder of your public lands," stated District Manager Roxie Trost. "This is also a great way to help some folks, who might otherwise not have the o... Full story
Kunkaak trailer park is an old-fashioned tourist resort located on the mideastern shore of the marvelous Sea of Cortes, also known as the Gulf of Baja California. There are many lovely beaches and the ocean is a rich breeding ground for marine life. “Kunkaak” is the name of the native Seri Indians who live just 7 miles north of Kino Bay. At one time, the Kunkaak inhabited almost all the territory of the Pimeria Baja. This is the area of northern Sonora, Mexico, and southern Arizona. Father Eus... Full story
In an effort to promote safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists at Fort Tuthill County Park, Coconino County and the Arizona Department of Transportation are coordinating plans to realign State Route 89A at the entrance to the County’s premier park. As part of the project, ADOT will construct two roundabouts and relocate the intersection farther into the park, which attracts about 100,000 visitors per year for the annual County Fair, concerts, camping and other events year round. The p... Full story
In the spirit of Smithsonian Museums, who offer free admission everyday, Museum Day Live is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian Magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day Ticket for free. Visitors who present the Museum Day Live ticket will gain free entrance for two on Saturday, Sept. 28 at one of these State Parks: Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park (Superior), Fort Verde State Historic Park (Camp Verde), Homolovi State Park... Full story
The Fort Verde Days celebration will be held on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013. Fort Verde State Historic Park celebrates Fort Verde Days with a flag-raising and lowering ceremony, living-history presentations with re-enactors, special presentations, Dutch-oven cooking demonstrations, military drills and a vintage baseball game. Shown here at the commanding officer's house is Dennis Lockhart, portraying General Crook.... Full story
JOIN HANDS -- Dead Horse Ranch State Park will celebrate the 25th Anniversary Verde River Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The activities promote preservation and care of the environment by showcasing informative exhibits on the Verde's riparian habitat. This year's free event kicks off with "Hands Across the Lagoon" at 9 a.m. and everyone is invited to join hands around the east lagoon to symbolize the importance of the preservation of the Verde River; the line-up will start at... Full story
SEEING STARS -- Red Rock State Park is embarking on a Star Party series that will include remaining events on Nov. 9, and the Moonlight Hike on Oct. 18. Astronomers of the Verde Valley will assist with telescopes so visitors can see the stars up close under the beautiful sky and near the red rocks of Sedona at Red Rock State Park. For more information on all State Parks events, visit AZStateParks.com... Full story
CLOSED -- Rainbow Bridge National Monument is closed indefinitely due to a trail washout after heavy rains fell in the area during the summer. The damage includes a complete loss of approximately 150 feet of trail between the dock and the first shade structure, with a 21 foot drop-off into Bridge Creek. Debris has collected at the mouth of the creek and needs to be removed from the dock area. Crews have assessed the damage, and plans are underway to develop a temporary trail until a more... Full story
Since the Federal Government closed today (October 1, 2013) there are many Federal campgrounds that will close across Arizona. In order to minimize the damage this will cause to Arizona's tourism industry, we would encourage reporters to explain that tent campers, RVers and trailer campers can contact the Arizona STATE Parks department to find a campsite if they have to move somewhere until the Federal campgrounds open again. Arizona STATE Parks camping reservations can be made at... Full story
Beginning Oct. 1, Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department will bring back the Buy One, Get One campaign! The campaign allows park visitors who pay the camping fee for one night, or more, at a desert mountain county park to receive one night of equal or lesser value for free at any of the county’s desert parks during that same stay. “This is the fifth year the department has offered the Buy One, Get One promotion and it is by far, one of the Parks Department’s most popular campaig... Full story
Join Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. for an open house at Lake Pleasant Regional Park’s Operations Building as staff share the final draft of the parks Trails Master Plan. “As a fourth-generation Arizonan who has lived in the West Valley for many years, I’m really excited about this project! Currently, the park has two trails, Pipeline Canyon and Roadrunner. Combined, these trails are 2.8-miles in length. However, the department is proposi... Full story
The summer season is winding down, but there are still many opportunities for hiking, walking and lectures in August and September at Red Rock State Park. The park offers guided hikes and bird walks as well as the opportunity to explore on your own. Moonlight Hike: On Tuesday, Aug. 20 and Thursday, Sept. 19, join us for a Moonlight Hike. This is among the most popular interpretive hikes at the Park. Led by a naturalist, it gives hikers the rare opportunity to enjoy the sunset and moonrise from a... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - July 23, 2013) - Park volunteer opportunities are now available at Buckskin Mountain State Park. The positions will be available through October for those interested in working in Parker, AZ. Volunteers are a vital and integral part of the programs at Buckskin Mountain State Park. Volunteering at the park is a unique experience because of the opportunity to connect yourself and the visitor to a rarely seen environment. Currently, the park is in need of a Visitor Center Volunteer. The Visitor Center Volunteer works in the... Full story
"Suvoyuki" translated in the Hopi language means to accomplish work through a "joint effort." Suvoyuki Day is an open house on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Homolovi State Park that celebrates the partners who have helped to protect and save Homolovi-area archaeological and cultural sites from destruction. There will be activities throughout the day, including special archaeological-site tours held at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cultural artists and demonstrators will also be on...
Arizona State Parks' headquarters is now "Camping Central." Arizonans are welcome to stop by and pick up a bag of brochures, maps and information about all the facilities where you can camp, hike, fish, have reunions, weddings, special events and business retreats. There are more than 1,000 campsites, so whether you are a tent camper, RV camper or need a nice cozy camping cabin or yurt, our customer service representatives will help visitors find the best place to camp and give everyone a state... Full story
The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is currently seeking individuals, organizations and agencies to assist with maintenance efforts for Maricopa Trail. The Maricopa Trail is a non-motorized, shared-use, multi-modal corridor used for transportation and recreation that resides under the jurisdiction of multiple federal, state and local agencies but is spearheaded by the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. “Now that more than half of the 376-mile trail system has b... Full story
The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department has initiated its annual fire ban as have other land-management agencies throughout Arizona. “This winter, portions of the Valley received a significant amount of rain. While the showers produced a beautiful wildflower season, they also increased fuel loads of ground coverage and brush in the parks, which intensifies the possibility of wildfires. As a precaution, the department began its annual fire ban after Memorial Day weekend,” said Maricop... Full story
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area in Show Low, Ariz., will hold summer interpretive programs May 25 through August 31. These summer interpretive programs will include nature walks, programs about wildland firefighting and lecture programs ranging from the Old West to animal conservation. These programs are coordinated and presented by the US Forest Service in conjunction with Arizona State Parks, Arizona Game & Fish Department, Show Low Historical Society, and many others. Most programs take... Full story
Lyman Lake State Park in northeastern Arizona is a stunning 1,500-acre lake at an elevation of 6,000 feet with no size restrictions on boats, making it a popular water-skiing destination. The park re-opened on May 3 for the summer and fall season. The park will be open for day-use only through May 23. Starting on May 24, the park will be open for day-use and camping until November 4. However, you can make your camping reservations now for that time frame. The park will then wind down its season... Full story
As many of you know, our 28 Arizona State Parks are all open and still attracting more than 2.2 million visitors to Arizona. Even with high gas prices’ slowing campers in the rural western states, especially those with RVs, State Parks' visitation is holding steady. Because Arizona State Parks is treated like a business, we have had to reduce a few hours, make some parks seasonal, and have increased our reliance on communities and Friend's Groups. Not surprisingly, we've seen an increase in o... Full story
It is hard to believe that this year Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts village is turning 40! Maybe that wouldn't be so remarkable in another city where arts and culture have been celebrated for decades or even centuries. Sedona, however, which had a population of 2000 in the early 1970s, and only became incorporated as a city in 1988, quickly became renowned as a vibrant arts community. Since its inception in 1973, Tlaquepaque has played a significant role in putting Sedona on the map as a... Full story
The Grand Canyon Association and Arizona Public Service are pleased to announce the 5th Annual Grand Canyon Celebration of Art at Grand Canyon National Park. This event features twenty-six artists from around the country who have created a studio piece for the exhibition and will paint plein air during the week before the exhibit opens. Visitors will have the opportunity to watch the artists paint as they seek to represent the shifting light and shadow, amazing land forms, and vibrant colors of... Full story
The Arizona State Parks Board authorized eight Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Fund projects totaling $778,563 at a recent 2013 Parks Board meeting. The statewide OHV Program uses funds from the state Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund and the federal Recreational Trails Program (motorized portion) to fund projects that meet the high priority needs identified in the 2010 State Trails Plan. The Arizona State Parks Board's volunteer advisory committees (Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OH... Full story
Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on May 4, 2013. Arizona State Parks and the Friends of Catalina State Park are co-sponsoring a daylong celebration that will take place at the Park. The day's activities will commemorate the founding of the Park in May 1983. There will be guided hikes throughout the day starting at 7 a.m. Beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing until 4 p.m., there will be interpretative programs, live animal displays, informational... Full story
Spring activities at Oracle State Park, Center for Environmental Education, include wildlife programs (see schedule below) guided bird walks and hikes, tours of the historic Kannally Ranch House, and environmental education school programs are offered weekdays by reservation. The following wildlife programs are free with park admission, but reservations are suggested by calling the park office at (520) 896-2425: • April 21: Celebrate Earth Day at a Butterfly Talk and Walk with Marceline V... Full story
