Arizona State Parks and Trails fees are set to increase at the end of this month. The price hike will affect entrance, camping, and tour tickets at over 30 parks. The agency states that the increase will help fund future park improvements, staffing, and amenities.
Heads up, Arizona explorers! Arizona State Parks and Trails fees are going up at the end of this month.The increase will impact entrance, camping, and tour tickets at more than 30 parks.“Because the agency does not rely on taxpayer dollars to operate the parks, this increase will help fund future park improvements, staffing, and amenities,” Arizona State Parks said in a news release on Thursday.
”Revenue from the increased fees will help the parks improve visitor experience through projects involving ramadas, campground upgrades, guided hikes and walks, restrooms/showers, more operating hours, and more.Starting February 25, 2025, the new rates will be in effect and available online.
ARIZONA STATE PARKS FEES INCREASES TOURISM
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