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Maricopa County parks include smoking restrictions as part of fire ban

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department initiated its annual fire ban on May 1. Now, the department is taking additional steps to protect the parks due to the extremely dry conditions. Effective Friday, June 8, smoking in Maricopa County parks will be prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or at developed recreation sites such as parking lots, picnic ramadas or campsites. ... more details
County Parks set May 1st as start date for annual fire ban

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban on Tuesday, May 1. ... more details
Modest fee adjustments for Maricopa County’s regional parks approve

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a modest adjustment to several park and recreation fees. The new fees will go into effect on April 1, 2018.... more details
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department seeks input on revised Trails Management Manual

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department invites you to review and comment on the Trails Management Manual. The manual outlines guidelines for best practices in trail planning, construction, and maintenance standards within Maricopa County’s regional park system.... more details
Maricopa County Parks tell residents to Take A Hike

Shhh, we have a secret to share with you! Has anyone ever told you that there is one day a year where it is perfectly acceptable to tell others to “take a hike?” Better yet, are you aware that this brazen day is fast approaching?... more details
Maricopa County parks honor veterans with gesture of appreciation

As a small token of appreciation for the freedoms afforded to all Americans, Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department will be honoring all veterans with Military Service Appreciation Day on Saturday, November 11. ... more details
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department Works to Keep Proposed Fee Adjustments Modest

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is proposing fee increases to several categories in order to be able to continue providing quality outdoor recreation experiences for visitors who use the parks and conservation areas. ... more details
Are you up to the challenge?

While everyone else is buzzing about town looking for the best pumpkin spice latte or Halloween event, Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for the launch of their annual 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge on Wednesday, November 1.... more details
Maricopa County parks prepare to lift fire ban

(Maricopa County) – The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will lift its annual fire ban on Monday, August 28. This allows park visitors to use campfires, fire pits, and charcoal grills. ... more details
Maricopa County Parks Bring Back Free Camping Offer

(Maricopa County) Beginning October 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. ... more details

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