Top 10 Most Popular Arizona State Parks: Must-Visit Spots for 2024

Arizona is home to 29 breathtaking state parks that highlight the state's natural beauty, history, and recreational opportunities. In 2023, over 3 million visitors explored these parks, marking a 2% increase from the previous year. While the Grand Canyon often steals the spotlight, Arizona's state parks offer unique and diverse experiences, from the beachside camping at Lake Havasu State Park to the natural water slide at Slide Rock State Park in Sedona. Other top spots include the wildlife haven at Catalina State Park, the serene Patagonia Lake, and the lush trails of Dead Horse Ranch State Park.

In 2023 these were the 10 most visited state parks, according to the Arizona Office of Tourism.

• Lake Havasu State Park

• Slide Rock State Park

• Catalina State Park

• Patagonia Lake State Park

• Dead Horse Ranch State Park

• Lost Dutchman State Park

• Picacho Peak State Park

• Kartchner Caverns State Park

• Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area

• Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

Read the Full Article: "These are Arizona's 10 most popular state parks. Here's why you should visit them" by Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, July 10, 2024.

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