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Grand Canyon National Park’s 2026 lottery for noncommercial river trips is now open
Applications to raft the majestic Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park in 2026 will be accepted through 12pm, Feb. 25
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Arizona’s fall foliage arrives: Best state parks for viewing this October
Arizona’s fall colors may arrive later than in other parts of the country, but the state’s autumn display is well worth the wait. As October approaches, Arizona State Parks and Trails reminds us that the landscape will soon transform into Read more…
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Caution: Flagstaff, Coconino and Grand Canyon National Park Move to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
The City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino National Forest, and Grand Canyon National Park will all move to Stage 2 fire restrictions starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 21. The Arizona Daily Sun reports that due to continued hot, Read more…
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Trail Closure: Grand Canyon’s Bright Angel Point Trail closes on June 21
Closure during repairs Starting Friday, June 21, the Bright Angel Point Trail on the North Rim, leading to Bright Angel Point, will be closed for construction. Grand Canyon National Park says the closure is essential to ensure the safety of Read more…
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I-17 closure could disrupt your weekend recreation plans June 7-9, 2024
As reported by 12 News, a segment of northbound Interstate 17 will be shut down this weekend for pavement work. If you’re planning to get your trail fix in the higher altitudes of Flagstaff and away from the Phoenix heat, Read more…
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Stargazing events hosted in Arizona parks this June
Arizona is known by outdoor enthusiasts for many unique things but few are more majestic than its dark skies and excellent stargazing. Associations and clubs hold stargazing events frequently, and often in partnership with parks many Arizona recreationists already know Read more…
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Enjoy your outdoor places safely this Memorial Day Weekend
It’s Memorial Day Weekend and outdoor recreation agencies, including Arizona State Parks and Trails, are thrilled to celebrate the unofficial start of summer by welcoming in visitors to wild places across the state. AZ State Parks reminds recreationists to enjoy Read more…
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Alerts at busy Lake Pleasant this Memorial Day
Lake Pleasant’s current high water level results in minimal shoreline available for parking and recreation at the lake over Memorial Day weekend 2024. This is expected to limit the number of visitors who can safely enjoy the park without causing Read more…
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White Tank Mountain: Limited parking during lot renovation & Memorial Day weekend events
Parking lot work 5/20 – 6/1/24 White Tank Mountain Regional Park has begun a parking lot renovation project through the park which is anticipated to limit parking. The park remains open to recreationists during this time but visitors should expect Read more…
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Prescribed burns in Flagstaff and Williams beginning May 18 & May 20
Coconino and Kaibab National Forests have each announced the ignition of prescribed fires starting over the weekend and soon after in parts of the forests near Mormon Lake, 25 miles south of Flagstaff and near Kaibab Lake in Williams. Mint Read more…