ANNUAL REPORT 2015-2016

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARIZONA STATE PARKS & TRAILS MAP..... 1
“WELCOME TO YOUR STATE PARKS”........ 2
OUR MISSION & OUR VISION.................. 3
YOUR STATE PARKS................................... 4
PROGRAMS............................................ 10
HIGHLIGHTS........................................... 12
REVENUE & FUNDING............................ 14
PARTNERSHIPS....................................... 17
COLLABORATION................................... 18
LOOKING FORWARD............................. 19

Cover photos clockwise from top left: Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park, Slide Rock State Park,
Patagonia Lake State Park, Kartchner Caverns State Park, and Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
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ARIZONA STATE PARKS & TRAILS

Rockin’ River
Granite
Mountain
Hotshots
Memorial

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Dankworth
Pond

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Arizona State Park & Trails
Interstate Highway
Paved Highway

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“WELCOME TO YOUR STATE PARKS”
Arizona is the #1 State to Live, Work, Play,
Retire, Recreate and Get an Education.
Arizona’s future is bright. We’re working to build a strong, innovative
economy, increase educational outcomes, support strong families, safe
communities and run an efficient, effective and accountable government.
Arizona State Parks and Trails exemplifies these goals, driving increased
visitation that fosters economic growth and supports local businesses,
cities and towns across the state.
They are leading the charge to create an entrepreneurial and
collaborative environment that will sustain and protect our treasured
lands. We’ll continue our work to ensure Arizona delivers rich, sustainable
environments for individuals to safely roam, work and play.
Arizona Governor Doug A. Ducey

I am proud of the transformation State Parks

has made. We have implemented a sustainable management system
and optimized the financial health of the agency through streamlined
processes and productive partnerships. As stewards of the parks, we
show up every day to provide visitors with memorable experiences.
Record visitation and revenue show that Arizonans are embracing all that
our parks have to offer. We provide visitors one-of-a-kind experiences
that support local businesses, communities, and drives economic growth
statewide. We will continue to work to achieve our goal of winning the
Gold Medal Award for the best park system in the nation!
Executive Director Sue Black

OUR GOAL: WIN THE GOLD MEDAL
FROM THE NATIONAL RECREATION
AND PARK ASSOCIATION
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OUR MISSION & OUR VISION
OUR MISSION
“Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources
for the benefit of the people, both in our parks and through our partners.”

OUR VISION
“Arizona State Parks and Trails is indispensable to the
economies, communities, and environments of Arizona.”

WHAT DO WE DO?
For over half a century, your exceptional parks have been preserved, enhanced and protected
for the enjoyment of locals and visitors across our state. These lands, lakes, rivers, historic
buildings, archaeologic sites and rich natural areas offer ample recreational and educational
opportunities to individuals, families, businesses and communities.
Our parks not only promote physical, spiritual and mental health and wellness within our
communities and the state, but they are strong economic drivers as well. Arizona State Parks
and Trails secures funding for recreational and educational programs, drives increased local
visitation and provides financial resources to recreational programs and partners throughout
the state. Helping to drive the economy, enhance and protect local communities and cultures,
Arizona’s state parks and trails are representations of pride throughout our state.

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
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YOUR STATE PARKS

ALAMO LAKE STATE PARK

CATALINA STATE PARK

One of Arizona’s best kept secrets! Visitors
enjoy outdoor activites, premier bass
fishing, spring wildflowers, a variety of
wildlife and breathtaking stargazing.

Resting at the base of the majestic Santa
Catalina Mountains, this park is a haven
for wildlife and desert plants, excellent for
camping, hiking, biking, and bird watching.
49 NEW ELECTRIC HOOKUPS FOR RV’S

NEW WATER TANK RESERVOIR

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

NEW LIFT STATION FOR WASTEWATER

ROAD REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

NEW FISH GRINDING STATION

EXPANDED TRAIL SYSTEM

4 NEW CABINS

CATTAIL COVE STATE PARK

ENHANCED BOAT RAMPS

The 45 mile-long lake creates a haven for
water sports enthusiasts, anglers, campers,
and is a geologist’s paradise.

BOYCE THOMPSON ARBORETUM
STATE PARK
An hour’s drive due east of Phoenix is one
of Arizona’s crown jewels. Enjoy more than
three miles of paths and trails crisscrossing
100 acres of gardens.

NEW DOG BEACH
CAMPGROUND REPAIRS
REDEVELOPMENT OF UPPER CATTAIL

MOVED THE WALLACE DESERT GARDENS OVER
TO THE BTA CAMPUS

ENHANCEMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL THEME

NEW CONSTRUCTION ON SHADE AREAS

DEAD HORSE RANCH STATE PARK/
VERDE RIVER GREENWAY

INCREASED TRAIL SYSTEM

Located in the town of Cottonwood, this
park is home to abundant wildlife, ideal
for mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and is
a watersport fan’s dream come true.

BUCKSKIN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Commanding views of mountains line
the river on both sides along an 18 mile
stretch. Guests enjoy water adventures,
mountain hikes, basketball, and volleyball
courts, and desert tortoise terrarium.

RESTROOM AND SHOWER FACILITIES
NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

WIFI ACCESS ADDED

ROAD REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

PARKING AND FULL ELECTRIC RV AREA

NEW SHADE STUCTURES INSTALLED

NEW PARK SIGNAGE

TRAIL REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

NEW PLUMBING
NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

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YOUR STATE PARKS (con’t)
GRANITE MOUNTAIN HOTSHOTS
MEMORIAL STATE PARK

FOOL HOLLOW LAKE RECREATION AREA
Located in the Apache-Sitgreaves National
Forests, visitors experience camping
among 100-foot pine trees beside a quiet
lake at a cool 6,300 foot elevation.

Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial
State Park is a place to honor the sacrifice
of the 19 Hotshot firefighters who died
protecting Arizona’s citizens, homes, and
environment.

ENHANCEMENT OF INTERPRETIVE SERVICES

ACQUIRED LAND FOR MEMORIAL STATE PARK

NEW CONCRETE FLATWORK

DEVELOPMENT OF “JOURNEY” TRAIL

WATERLINE VALVE REPAIR

DEVELOPMENT OF “HOTSHOTS” TRAIL

FIRE RINGS INSTALLED

DEVELOPMENT OF FATALITY SITE

ROAD REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

PARK OPENING

FORT VERDE STATE HISTORIC PARK
HOMOLOVI STATE PARK

A restored 1800’s military fort in the
beautiful Verde Valley offers visitors a
window into the life of a frontier soldier
with living history programs and war
reenactments

A center of research for the late migration
period of the Hopi from the 1200’s to
the late 1300’s, visitors enjoy a historical
museum, bookstore, hiking trails and a
campground.

NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
REPAIRS TO ADMIN BUILDING

NEW WATERLINE

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

NEW FENCING STABILIZATIONS

PROPOSITION FOR DARK SKY DESIGNATION
ABATEMENT OF INVASIVE TAMARISK

Homolovi State Park
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JEROME STATE HISTORIC PARK

LOST DUTCHMAN STATE PARK

Home to the eye-catching landmark
Douglas Mansion built in 1916! The park
offers everything from lessons on Arizona’s
5 C’s to historical artifacts and minerals.

Nestled at the base of the Superstition
Mountains, guests enjoy numerous hiking
trails, desert wildflowers and camping.

ROOF REPAIR

60 NEW CAMPSITES

NEW STAMP MILL

7 NEW RAMADAS

NEW LED LIGHTING

2 NEW RESTROOMS

DISPLAY REVITALIZATION

ROAD REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

HISTORIC BUILDING RENNOVATIONS

NEW SIDEWALK INSTALLED

LYMAN LAKE STATE PARK

KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK

Created as an irrigation reservoir, this park
is home to great fishing, camping, hiking
and the smoothest waterskiing in the state!

The jewel of the southern desert, this
living cave hosts a wide variety of unique
minerals and formations. Guides unveil
fascinating underground landscape during
a memorable one-and-a-half hour tour.

10 CAMPSITE UPDATES

EXPANDED CONCESSIONS

NOW OPEN ALL YEAR

NEW HELMET & HEADLAMP TOUR

4 NEW CABINS

ANNUAL FUN RUN

REPAIRED IRRIGATION AND WATERLINES

WIFI ACCESS ADDED

IMPROVED SHOWER AND TOILETS

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

McFARLAND STATE HISTORIC PARK

NEW PHONE LINES

Constructed in 1878, this is the oldest
standing courthouse in Arizona. This
historic park is home to Florence’s WWII
Prisoner of War exhibit, photographs and
artifacts from prisoners and servicemen.

LAKE HAVASU STATE PARK
The two sides of the park are as different
as night and day. Visitors enjoy the scenic
shoreline, fishing, nature trails, RV and tent
camping.

ENHANCEMENTS TO HISTORIC BUILDINGS
INCREASED COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

DEVELOPED BEACH AREA

DEVELOPED NEW PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

NEW LAUNCH RAMP
NEW PARKING LOT PAVEMENT
NEW BEACH GROOMER

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ORACLE STATE PARK

PICACHO PEAK STATE PARK

This 4,000-acre wildlife refuge and environmental education center hosts guided
walks, workshops, weddings, and historic
home tours.

Enjoy the view as you hike the trails
winding up to 1500-foot peak. Visitors
enjoy wildflowers, day or overnight groupuse areas, and campers appreciate the 85
electric campsites.

NEW RESTROOMS

YEAR-ROUND CAMPING/HIKING REOPENED

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS FOR NATURE TRAIL

NEW BLOWER INSTALLED

COTTAGE RESTORATION

BUILDING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

PATAGONIA LAKE STATE PARK/
SONOITA CREEK

TRAIL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
NEW BENCHES AND TRASH CANS INSTALLED

Tucked away in the rolling hills of
southeastern Arizona and is the ideal place
to find whitetail deer, great blue herons,
camping and is an angler’s paradise.

RED ROCK STATE PARK
Surrounded by Sedona’s beautiful red
rocks, visitors experience enjoy hiking,
guided geology tours, guided nature walks
and abundant birding opportunities.

NEW CONCESSIONS VENDOR AGREEMENT
WIFI ACCESS

NEW INTERPRETIVE PANELS

NEW BOATS

ENHANCED ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
PROGRAM

ENHANCED WATERFRONT AREA

ENHANCEMENTS TO HOUSE OF APACHE FIRE
INVASIVE SPECIES REMOVAL
HIKING BRIDGE REPAIR

Oracle State Park
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ROPER LAKE STATE PARK/
DANKWORTH POND

RIORDAN MANSION
STATE HISTORIC PARK

Relax in the natural hot springs of the lake
after a long day of hiking. Enjoy the park’s
desert vegetation, accessible fishing dock
and stunning views of Mount Graham.

One of the finest examples of American
Arts and Crafts style architecture today.
Go back in time as you tour the expansive
home and imagine early 20th century
living.
DEVELOPMENT UPDATES TO MANSION

NEW SHADE STRUCTURE AT GATEHOUSE

ELECTRICAL UPDATES

NEW KIOSKS AROUND THE CAMPGROUNDS

NEW IRRIGATION SPRINKLERS

NEW PIPELINE FROM GAME AND FISH

REPAIRS TO HISTORIC BUILDING

IMPROVED FISH CLEANING STATIONS
CONTINUED SHORELINE ENHANCEMENTS

RIVER ISLAND STATE PARK
The ideal destination for tent campers and
RVs. Guests enjoy the sandy beach, boat
launch, hiking trails, dog run, and market
located a quarter-mile south of the park.

SAN RAFAEL STATE PARK
The unique riparian areas with rolling hills
and native grass prairie are home to many
species of plants and animals. This beautiful
valley is the headwaters of the Santa Cruz
River, which flows into Mexico then turns
north back into the United States.

NEW DOG RUN
WIFI ACCESS

HISTORIC PROPERTY REPAINTED

IMPROVED WASTE WATER SYSTEM

MAIN HOUSE DECK REPLACED AND PAINTED

ROCKIN’ RIVER STATE PARK

NEW GENERATOR INSTALLED IN MAIN HOUSE

Located near Camp Verde along the
riparian Verde River, this property is
overflowing with unique recreational
experiences for all visitors. Overnight
accommodations like cabins, electrified RV
sites and tent-only campsites guarantee a
one-of-a-kind experience.

SLIDE ROCK STATE PARK
Named the “Natural Water Slide”, it’s
located in Oak Creek Canyon. Grab your
swimsuit and cool off in the invigorating
waters of the creek!

OBTAINED INPUT FROM KEY STAKEHOLDERS

NEW CONCESSIONS

DEVELOPMENT CONTRACTOR HIRED

NEW PAY STATION

PROGRESS IN DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN

RESTORATION OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS
IMPROVED WASTE WATER SYSTEM
RENOVATED PICNIC AREA FOR HIKERS

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TOMBSTONE COURTHOUSE STATE
HISTORIC PARK

TUBAC PRESIDIO STATE HISTORIC PARK
Travel to Arizona’s first state park and enjoy
underground archaeological exhibits, a
furnished 1885 schoolhouse, Arizona’s
first printing press and Anza Days.

Built in 1882 this historic museum provides
visitors with a glimpse into the true Old
West. The courthouse is filled with exhibits
portraying the authentic history of this
frontier silver mining boomtown.

ADOBE WALL AND ROOF REPAIR

HISTORICAL RESTORATION PROJECT ON
COURTHOUSE

NEW AMBULANCE EXHIBIT

ENHANCED DISPLAYS

IMPROVEMENTS TO SUBTERRANEAN EXHIBIT

INCREASED COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

NEW INTERPRETIVE DISPLAYS

YUMA QUARTERMASTER DEPOT STATE
HISTORIC PARK

RENNOVATED HISTORIC FLOORING

TONTO NATURAL BRIDGE STATE PARK

Used as a depot by the US Army, five of
the original depot buildings still remain
today. Adventure back in time with exhibits
covering military history and the story of
the Bureau of Reclamation’s construction.

Surrounded by a forest of pine trees, it is
believed to be the largest natural bridge
in the world. Guests enjoy a 300-foot
waterfall, hiking and water-loving flowers
from the high desert

ENHANCEMENTS OF EXHIBITS

REMODELED LODGE

RENOVATIONS TO HISTORIC BUILDINGS

REPAIRS TO THE FOOT BRIDGE

ROAD ASSESSMENT

INSTALLED NEW INSTRUCTIONAL SIGNAGE

YUMA TERRITORIAL PRISON STATE
HISTORIC PARK

CONSTRUCTED NEW SIDEWALKS
RENOVATED SHADE STRUCTURES

Walk through Arizona’s first prison. This
museum houses photographs and colorful
exhibits sharing the stories of the 3,069
prisoners that lived within its walls.
HISTORIC BUILDING REHABILITATION
NEW PRISON SIGN
EXHIBIT ENHANCEMENTS

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PROGRAMS

Our programs foster high quality partnerships, increased economic activity with local communities, and provide
high quality research and planning to accelerate evidence-based decision-making.

GRANT PROGRAMS
Arizona State Parks and Trails offers funding through
grants from the federal Recreational Trails Program
(RTP), Land and Water Conservation Funding (LWCF)
and the state Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation
Fund.

Recreational Trails Program (RTP)

The federal RTP provides funding to develop and
maintain motorized and non-motorized recreational
trails, trail-related facilities and educational materials
through a grant process facilitated by Arizona State
Parks and Trails. The grant recipients provided over
$550,000 in matching funds.

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)

Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program

The LWCF is a federal program to conserve irreplaceable
lands and improve outdoor recreation opportunities
throughout the nation. Additionally, the program
continues to provide millions annually to Arizona’s
economic growth.

The State OHV Recreation Fund provides a legislatively
set percentage (0.55%) of taxes on motor vehicle
fuel from the Highway User Revenue Fund for OHV
management. Approximately $1.5 million is available
annually through Arizona State Parks & Trails for OHV
projects.

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PROGRAMS (con’t)

STATE HISTORIC
PRESERVATION OFFICE (SHPO)

ASPT VOLUNTEERS

The Arizona State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), a
division of Arizona State Parks and Trails, assists private
citizens, private institutions, local governments, tribes,
and state and federal agencies in the identification,
evaluation, protection and enhancement of historic and
archaeological properties that have significance for local
communities, the State of Arizona or the nation. SHPO
provides lead sponsorship of the annual Arizona Historic
Preservation Conference, the state’s premier event for
professionals and the public to share information about
archaeological research, tribal heritage preservation,
community revitalization, and historic preservation.
Arizona State Parks hired a new
State Historic Preservation Officer
in September 2016, to work with
federal and state agency partners
and tribes to assist them with
compliance with the National and
State Historic Preservation Acts,
and will continue to promote the
critical role historic preservation
plays in a vibrant Arizona
economy.

SITE STEWARDS

Archaeology Expo/Month/Annual Conference

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HIGHLIGHTS

AGENCY HIGHLIGHTS

PARK AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Record Revenue and Attendance (FY2016)

Buckskin Mountain State Park

Over 2.68 million people visited the parks
contributing $16.4 million in revenue to the system.

Grant Recipient, Recreational Trails Program

Catalina State Park

Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park
On November 29, ASPT dedicated its first memorial
park in honor of the 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots
in Yarnell. The memorial park officially opened to
the public on November 30.

“Best Biking Trail” for the
50-year Trail in Explorer Newspapers
Grant Recipient, Recreational Trails Program

Cattail Cove State Park

Contact Point State Park

$5 million Federal Land Access Program grant for
developing Cattail Cove State Park

Official groundbreaking for Contact Point State
Park, attended by the Lake Havasu Mayor and
members of the State Legislature.

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Kartchner Caverns State Park
“Best Cave in the USA” by
USA Today’s Reader’s Choice

Statewide Highlights
$5 million FLAP Grant for improved road
access at Cattail Cove

Grant Recipient, Recreational Trails Program

First state park system to seek Commission of
Accreditaiton of Park and Recreation Agencies
(CAPRA) accreditation

Lake Havasu State Park
Official opening of a new boat ramp, attended by
Lake Havasu Mayor and city council members

New cabins at Alamo Lake State Park and Lyman
Lake State Park

Recognized as a “Best Beach” by AZ Central

Moved department headquarters for growth

Oracle State Park

New boat ramp at Lake Havasu State Park

20th International “Dark Sky Park” in the world

Completed Visitor Survey & Economic Impact
Report

Picacho Peak State Park

Began partnership with Arizona State University
and Statewide Comprehensive Organization
Recreation Plan and ASPT strategic plan

Grant Recipient, Recreational Trails Program

Arizona’s Premier Trail System (100 best trails)

Red Rock State Park

Cleared backlog of 500+ required LWCF land and
water inspections

“Top 10 State Parks” in the country by
Family Fun Magazine

Developed an online grant system

25th Anniversary of the park’s dedication attended
by regional State Legislatures

Developed new Off-Highway Vehicle program
grants
New website and call center to enhance customer
service

Slide Rock State Park
“Top 10 State Parks” in the country by
Family Fun Magazine

New ASPT app
Worked with ADOT to increase Recreational Trails
Fund obligation

“10 Best Water Holes” in the US by
USA Today Readers’ Poll 2015 - 2016

Collaboration with National Park Service on Find
Your Park campaign

“10 Coolest Things in State Parks Across the
Country”, The Weather Channel

Collaboration with Arizona Office of Tourism to
promote summer travel

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

Collaboration with REI Co-Op on Opt Outside
campaign

“Best Day Hike” by The Payson Roundup

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HIGHLIGHTS (con’t)
STAFF AWARDS

Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association Spirit
of Service Award

Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association
Tourism Employee of the Year

Family Campout
Program

Sue Hartin,
Outreach Coordinator
Arizona Parks and Recreation Association (APRA)

Outstanding
Professional of the
Year:
Kelly Moffitt,
Deputy Director

American Academy of Parks and Recreation
Administration (AAPRA) “Legends” Award
and
The National Association of State Park
Directors (NASPD) Ney C. Landrum Park
History Award

Outstanding
Cultural Awareness
Program: Site
Steward Program

Charles Eatherly,
Special Consultant

Agency/Agency Manager of the Year Award
by the Lake Havasu Marine Association

Citation of Merit
Award: Arizona
State Committee on
Trails

John Guthrie,
Western Regional
Manager,
Lake Havasu

APRA Photo Contest:
Landscapes:
2nd and 3rd Place,
Princely Nesadurai

Excellence in Innovative Marketing from the
Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association
for Social Media

Arizona Capitol Times
Leader of the Year Award

Arizona State
Parks and Trails
Marketing Team

Sue Black,
Executive Director

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REVENUE & FUNDING
ECONOMIC IMPACT

Data collected from a visitor survey in FY14 analyzed by Northern Arizona University (NAU)
estimated that Arizona State Parks and Trails had an overall economic impact of $226,737,510
in the state.
• Arizona State Parks and Trails direct, indirect and induced economic impact resulted in an
estimated 2,367 direct and indirect jobs.
• Arizona State Parks and Trails had an economic impact of $226,737,510. Visitors spent a
reported $209,722,789 in parks and $17,014,721 in indirect spending in FY14.

RECREATION PARKS WITH THE
LARGEST ECONOMIC IMPACT

*Please note that the totals above cannot
be combined to equal the estimated statewide impact total, due to the fact that estimates of leakage are calculated differently.

FUNDING SOURCES
• In FY15, generated a new record of $14.4 million in revenue. In FY16, an all-time high of
$16.4 million in revenue generated.

ASPT FY15 Revenue by Type

ASPT FY16 Revenue by Type
$759,675

$648,462
$683,675

$726,504

$207,132

Camping

Camping

$216,082

$394,609

$363,039

$553,928

$630,484

$418,800

$5,732,316

Premium

$443,370

Standard

$2,231,578

Concession

$2,204,367

$6,357,232

TOTAL: $14,371,470

TOTAL: $16,444,355
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Standard
Concession

$4,716,391

$3,573,181

Premium

REVENUE & FUNDING(con’t)
FUNDING SOURCES (con’t)
ASPT FY16
Expenditures
bySource
Source
ASP FY16
Expenditures by
SPRF
SPRF:		

$13,037,027 (45%)

SLIF
SLIF:		

$7,162,130 (24%)

FEDERAL
FEDERAL:

$2,474,161 (8%)

OHV
OHV:		

$5,731,622 (20%)

LCF
LCF:		

$604,055 (2%)

PARTNERSHIP
PARTNERSHIP:

$203,426 (0.8%)

DONATIONS
DONATIONS:

$62,320 (0.2%)

TOTAL:		

$29,274,740

ASPT State Parks Revenue Fund Historical Revenue
SPRF
FY11

$10,574,297

FY12

$11,737,726

FY13

$11,964,990

FY14

$11,452,520

FY15

$14,416,471

FY16

$16,444,355

Total FY15

ASPT FY15/16 Comparison by Type
ASP FY15/16 Comparison by Type

Total FY16

Camping

$5,732,316

$6,357,232

$6,000,000

Day Use

$3,573,181

$4,716,391

$5,000,000

Cave Tours

$2,204,367

$2,231,578

$4,000,000

Premium

$418,800

$443,370

$3,000,000

Standard

$553,928

$630,484

$2,000,000

Concession

$394,609

$363,039

$1,000,000

Other

$207,132

$216,082

Reservation
Fees

$683,675

$726,504

Gift Shop

$648,462

$759,675

$7,000,000

$0

Total FY15

Total FY16

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REVENUE & FUNDING (con’t)
ASPT
FY15/16 Revenue
ASP	
  
FY2015-­‐16	
  Revenue
$3,500,000

$3,000,000

$2,500,000

$2,000,000

Tonto
Slide	
  Rock
Roper	
   Lake
River	
  Island
Red	
  Rock
Picacho
Phoenix	
   Office
Patagonia
Oracle

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Lyman	
  Lake
Lost	
  Dutchman
Lake	
  Havasu
Kartchner
Jerome
Homolovi
Fort	
  Verde	
  
Fool	
  Hollow
Dead	
  Horse
Cattail	
  Cove
Catalina
Buckskin
Alamo
$0

FY15
FY2015

$1,500,000

FY16
FY2016

$1,000,000

$500,000

Slide Rock State Park

PARTNERSHIPS
Partnerships are an integral part of conducting business. Our partnerships increase the likelihood of
achieving our mission to drive the economy and enhance and protect local communities and cultures. We
appreciate all of our partnering organizations, which can be found on our website, but to highlight a few:

Ongoing Partnerships Include:

New Partnerships Include

Partnerships with Arizona State Committee on
Trails (ASCOT), Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory
Group (OHVAG), (Arizona Outdoor Recreation
Coordinating Committee) and the Yarnell Hill
Memorial Site Board, allow Arizona State Parks
and Trails to pursue resource management goals
and ensure grant funds are
allocated
consistent
with
public priorities.
Partnerships with Arizona Department of Transportation,
Federal Highway Administration, Arizona Game and Fish,
United States Forest Service,
National Parks Service, Indian
Tribal Governments, Bureau
of Land Management, Arizona Office of Tourism, Arizona
State Land Department, and
local municipalities and counties will rehabilitate 350+
miles of non-motorized and
motorized trails over a three
year period.

Partner Parks

Boyce Thompson Arboretum - University of Arizona/
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Board
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area - US Forest
Service/ AZ Game & Fish/ City of Show Low
McFarland - Florence Chamber of Commerce/Town
of Florence. Amendment #3 executed on 4/6/16.
Partnership agreement extended until 6/30/19.
Riordan Mansion - Arizona Historical Society/
Northern Arizona Pioneers’ Historical Society/
Riordan Action Network (friends group). New
partnership agreement executed on 5/10/16.
Agreement active through 6/30/19

Thirteen state parks partner
with Friends Groups dedicated to recruiting volunteers,
promoting and educating the
public about the park.

Tombstone Courthouse - Tombstone Chamber of
Commerce/City of Tombstone. Contract ends next
spring.

Volunteers are a vital part of our team. Providing
over $4.2 million in direct benefit to our agency.

1,200
individual

Full-time
equivalent
employees:

89

volunteers

184,734

Tubac Presidio - Friends of Tubac Presidio and
Museum/Santa Cruz County. New partnership
agreement executed on 6/2/16. Partnership
agreement extended until 2019.

$4,261,816

Yuma Territorial Prison & Quartermaster Depot
- Yuma Crossing Natural Heritage Area/City of
Yuma. Amendment #3 executed on 1/20/16.
Partnership agreement extended until 2031.

State Parks

donated hours

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COLLABORATION

Collaborating with one another to improve our communities and assist Arizona State Parks and Trails in
managing and conserving our state’s precious natural resources. We appreciate all of our collaborating
organizations, which can be found on our website, but to highlight a few:

ARIZONA METRO TRUST

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEM (GIS)

Provided discounted annual state park passes to
help promote healthy activities and lifestyles.

ARIZONA OFFICE OF TOURISM

Working
with
Arizona
Deparments
of
Administration, Transportation, Environemntal
Quality, and Land Department State Cartographer
to increase GIS efficiencies in all agencies across
the state.

ARIZONA STATE LIBRARIES

INTERNATIONAL
DARK SKIES ASSOCIATION

Assisted the promotion and marketing
of ASPT’s summer marketing “Get
Outdoors” campaign.

Promoted
discounted
annual
state park passes to help promote
healthy activities and lifestyles.

Worked to promote and facilitate dark sky parties
within several state parks.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
TOURISM

DEUCES WILD TRIATHLON

Partnered with City of Show Low,
USFS, and ADOT to host 17th annual
Deuces Wild Triathlon Festival at
Fool Holow Lake Recreational Area,
benefitting local charities.

Promoted and recognized Verde Valley,
Cottonwood, and Sedona area parks on their high
profile website.

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY

FIND YOUR PARK

Worked with BLM, USFS, and NPS for
National Public Lands Day to work
on park trails, village restoration, and
hosted 720 participates at the annual
Girl Scout Jamboree at Roper Lake
State Recreation Area.

Working with the National Park
Service (NPS) to celebrate Centennial
Anniversary of parks in the US.

ARIZONA STATE LAND DEP’T

Worked closely with State Land to
procure land in Yarnell to construct
the Granite Mountain Hotshots
Memorial State Park.

REI

Invited 4,000 REI customers to
“Opt Outside” and visit state
parks instead of shopping on Black
Friday.

Red Rock State Park
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LOOKING FORWARD
NEW PARKS

ARIZONA’S MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM

Granite Mountain Hotshot
Memorial State Park

Working with the Governor’s office to create
efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve productivity
in the following areas:
• Visitation			
• Reservations
• Camping Occupancy
• Volunteer Hours
• Digital Traffic		
• Revenues

Arizona tragically lost 19 Hotshot
firefighters on June 30, 2013. Granite
Mountain Hotshots Memorial State
Park is the first Memorial State Park
and will become a place to honor
the sacrifice these valiant firefighters
made to protect Arizona’s citizens, homes and
environment. Opened to the public on November
30, 2016

NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARK
ASSOCIATION ACCREDITATION

ASPT is the first state park agency
in the country to request the Commission for Accreditation of Park
and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)
for professional development within an organization.

Contact Point State Park

A new partnership has been formed
for the development of Contact Point
State Park in Lake Havasu City. The
new park will feature a marina with
launch ramps, docks and dry boat
storage, as well as a restaurant, beach
and ramadas. Development of the park began on
November 10, 2016, with expected open date of
2020.

PARTNERSHIP WITH ARIZONA
STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU)

ASPT is working with ASU’s School of
Communication, Resources and Development to
develop:
• Statewide Comprehensive
Outdoor Recreation Plan
(SCORP)
• Strategic Plan

Upper Cattail Cove State Park

Arizona State Parks and Trails is
committed to the redeveloping Cattail
Cove State Park on Lake Havasu. Plans
include building a new marina, boat
launch, beachfront access points and a
fish cleaning station.

ARIZONA PREMIER TRAILS

The Arizona State Committe on Trails and Arizona
State Parks and Trails are designating up to 100 of
Arizona’s best trails. Categories include:
• Recreation			
• Water/Riparian
• Interpretive		
• National Trails
• Historic/Cultural		
• Trail Systems
• Scenic

Rockin’ River Ranch State Park

Located near Camp Verde along the
riparian Verde River, this property is
overflowing with unique recreational
experiences for all visitors. Overnight
accommodations like cabins, electrified
RV sites and tent-only campsites
guarantee a one-of-a-kind state park experience.

“GOING FOR THE GOLD”
Arizona State Parks and Trails provides worldclass destinations for visitors and we’ll make it
official by winning the National Recreation and
Park Association’s 2017 Gold Medal Award. The
award honors communities throughout the US that
demonstrate excellence in long-range planning,
resource management and agency recognition.

New State Park near Grand Canyon

Arizona State Parks and Trails is
dedicating itself towards adding a new
state park near the Grand Canyon.

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