Arizona State Parks & Trails

June is National Great Outdoors Month! Image of a woman kayaking at Patagonia Lake State Park

Arizona Rivers and Lakes over a photo of Lyman Lake with a happy couple in the front

Monsoon Awareness with photo of lightning over Picacho Peak

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Arizona State Parks and Trails Fuels the State's Economy

Kayaks on the shore next to the tall pines at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area

The value that Arizona State Parks and Trails brings to the state is measured not just in recreation opportunities and historic and cultural preservation, but also in direct visitor spending, tax revenues, and job creation. According to a study published this month, the agency supported a total of $555 million in statewide economic activity.

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Respect the Storm: Monsoon Awareness for Outdoor Recreation

The red rock formations of Sedona under a grey and stormy sky.

Arizonans eagerly await the summer rains, but the monsoon season — June 15 through September 30 — brings severe weather hazards like extreme heat, lightning, strong winds, and dangerous flash floods. When recreating outdoors this summer, respect the storm and be prepared.

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Heat Safety Tips for Outdoor Recreation

Two people walk down the trail at Picacho Peak State Park

Warmer weather means extra outdoor precautions for everyone hoping to enjoy outdoor recreation in the Grand Canyon State. Use these tips from Arizona State Parks and Trails to prepare before heading out for your next adventure.

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