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, consider modifying your trip to not get stuck in road-closure Read more…
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 and love. From star parties in Grand Canyon National Park Read more…
Rattlesnakes are defensive around humans Despite what you might hear and read, snakebites are relatively uncommon so long as individuals stay vigilant and avoid situations that could provoke a snake. Rattlesnakes play vital roles in maintaining balanced ecosystems by controlling rodent populations and understanding the behavior of rattlesnakes is essential Read more…
Summertime in Arizona is characterized by extreme heat that can make outdoor recreation experiences less enjoyable or even deadly. But with so many beautiful places to visit around the state, both Arizona locals and visitors will for sure be heading out into the wild to enjoy the unique landscape – Read more…
Before Phoenix Valley locals and visitors head north for their outdoor recreation to escape the Central Arizona heat, here are some State Park day trips (with park advisory information and pre-summer programming) to plan for ahead of the heat. Lost Dutchman State Park Named after the legendary lost gold mine, Read more…
Ten Maricopa County Parks and recreational areas will move to longer operational hours starting May 1, 2024. Trails will be open to recreationists from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily through October 31. These Valley parks will gain one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening: Hassayampa Read more…
Trail events at San Tan Mountain could disrupt normal trail recreation between April 19 and 21. They will also being plenty of energy and excitement! These trails and common area are affected most…
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation announced the temporary closure of part of the Maricopa Trail. Closure of Segment 2, located in the Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community, is in effect due to Arizona Game and Fish’s Bald Eagle Protective Management program. The closure is expected to remain until Read more…
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation has announced that work to improve its Southeast Valley trail park will begin March 4, 2024 and run through March 2025. The San Tan Mountain Regional Park Goldmine Trailhead Improvement Project has planned improvements including: During the year of trailhead construction and improvements at Goldmine Read more…
The $7 day-use fee is waved at Maricopa County parks on Nov. 17, 2023 for National Take a Hike Day.