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  • Maricopa County's regional parks set May 1 as the start date for the annual fire ban

    The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department's annual fire ban will go into effect the same day.... more details

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  • Maricopa County Parks Break Ground On Phases II & III Of The Vulture Mountains Recreation Area

    This spring, Parks has begun working on Phases II and III, which include day-use facilities such as a nature center, picnic sites, trailhead access, parking, and campground facilities. ... more details

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  • Maricopa County's Oldest Regional Park Set To Break Ground On A New Campground

    "In 2016, the Parks Department updated the Park's Master Plan. Feedback from the public revealed that visitors were interested in having a campground at the rodeo arena. I'm pleased to announce that we took the feedback seriously and found a way to bring this project to fruition. Construction on the new campground will begin on February 3," stated Supervisor Steve Gallardo, who represents District 5 on the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.... more details

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  • Birds of Cave Creek Regional Park, Bird Walk, Third Saturday of each Month

    Birds of Cave Creek Regional Park, Bird Walk, Third Saturday of each month, 8AM (Dec-Feb), 7:30 (March), 7AM (April/May). Meet at Park Nature Center. Explore birds/bird life with special guest Joe Ford. The Park has a wide range of habitats. You will encounter some of the best birding in the valley! Beginner birders and longtime enthusiasts will enjoy this opportunity to spot and identify many species. Bring closed shoes, water and a snack. A Program follows the hike. Rainy day cancels.... more details

  • Birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Bird Walk, Second Saturday of Each Month

    Birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Bird Walk, Second Saturday of each month, 8AM (Dec-Feb), 7:30 (Mar/April), 7AM (May). Meet at Park Nature Center. Explore birds/bird life with special guest Joe Ford. The Park has a wide range of habitats. You will encounter some of the best birding in the valley! Beginner birders/longtime enthusiasts will enjoy this opportunity to spot and identify many bird species. Bring closed shoes, water and a snack. Program to follow. Rain cancels event.... more details

  • No Primitive Camping Available at Buckeye Hills Regional Park

    At this time primitive camping will not be offered at Buckeye Hills Regional Park. Suspension of this service goes into effect on January 21st 2018 with the last night of primitive camping being January 21st 2018... more details

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