State Historic Park

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Yavapai County, ArizonaAbout 11 acresEstablished 1970
Status
Status not postedDaily 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Entrance fee
$10 per adultAnnual pass available
Day-use reservations
None mentioned
Dogs
Dogs allowed
Camping
None listed
Official site
azstateparks.com(928) 567-3275

Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current

Overview

Peeking through the glass of the surgeon's work room at Fort Verde State Historic Park, we can see some tools of the trade
Peeking through the glass of the surgeon's work room at Fort Verde State Historic Park, we can see some tools of the trade. Photo: Alan Levine from Strawberry, United States. CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication)

Covering about 11 acres, Fort Verde State Historic Park lies in Yavapai County, in Camp Verde.

Visitors come for historic sites.

Hours

Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.

FacilityDaysHoursSeason
ParkDaily9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.—
Visitor centerDaily9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.—
Other — ThanksgivingDaily9 a.m. – 2 p.m.—
ParkChristmas: Closed
Official wording

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily

Visitor Center/Park Store: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily

Thanksgiving: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas: Closed

Thanksgiving: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas: Closed

Visitor Center/Park Store: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily

Thanksgiving: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas: Closed

Thanksgiving: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas: Closed

Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Phoenix).

Fees and passes

ItemAmount
Adult (14+)$10
Youth (7–13)$5 · child
Child (0–6)Free
Official wording

Adult (14+): $10.00 Youth (7–13): $5.00 Child (0–6): FREE

Arizona park passes

  • Annual Day Use Pass — $200. Day-use access for up to four people at state parks across Arizona (with listed exceptions) Details
  • 100% Military Disabled Veterans pass — Free. Free day-use for 100% service-connected disabled veterans and up to three accompanying adults Details
  • Active duty / retired / service-disabled veteran discount — 50% off day-use. Day-use entrance discount (not tours or special fees) Details

From the Arizona state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.

Reservations

Day use
No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
Booking system
Arizona State Parks reservations (Tyler Technologies; reached via azstateparks.com/reserve/)
Phone
(877) 697-2757

Check availability and book

We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.

Pets

Dogs allowed

Keep all pets on a leash, and out of buildings and other designated areas. • Keep all pets on a leash, and out of buildings and other designated areas.

Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.

Things to do

Historic sites and tours

Amenities

Facilities

  • Picnic areas
  • Visitor center
  • Nature center or museum
  • Park or camp store

✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.

Accessibility

The Visitor Center includes a bookstore and gift shop, displays, photographs and videos about Indian Scouts. The Visitor Center is open daily but closed on Christmas Day. School and tour groups are welcome to tour the facility and parking is available for buses and RVs right at the park. Living history programs can be provided for your group by calling in advance and add even more memorable qualities to your Fort Verde experience. All facilities and restrooms are accessible within the park.

Official accessibility information

Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.

Rules and permits

Fort Verde Park Rules

  • Deposit litter and garbage only in the proper containers. Please “pack it in, pack it out” along walkways and around buildings.
  • Use glass and breakable containers only in designated areas and dispose of properly.
  • Leave park facilities, structures, signs, artifacts, archaeological sites, and other natural resources intact and untouched.
  • No camping is allowed at this park.
  • Keep motorized vehicles only on improved roadways and proper parking areas. Obey all posted speed limits and traffic signs.
  • Commercial use, large public gatherings, and other such events require a special use permit.
  • Fireworks displays are not permitted.
  • No skateboards or bicycles allowed on porches and walkways.
  • Confine fires to designated areas. Fires may be restricted at certain times of the year.
  • Keep all pets on a leash, and out of buildings and other designated areas.

Check out several other historic state parks throughout Arizona! These parks paint a comprehensive picture of the varied and interesting history of Arizona.

Agency Rules & Regulations

Getting there

Address
125 E. Hollamon St.
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Nearest town
Camp Verde
Coordinates
34.5641, -111.8521
Phone
(928) 567-3275

Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)

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Sources and freshness

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