State Parks Near Prescott Valley, Arizona

8 state park units lie within 50 miles of Prescott Valley. The closest is Rockin' River Ranch State Park, about 15 mi east of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Rockin' River Ranch State Park15 mi east
Within 25 miles
4of 8 within 50 mi
With camping
11 with cabins
Dog-friendly
6pets allowed

State parks near Prescott Valley, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Prescott Valley; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Rockin' River Ranch State Park

    15 miles east · Camp Verde, Arizona · State Park

    Visitors come for swimming, fishing, and hiking.

    1 alertDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishing$10 per vehicle

    Hours, fees and rules for Rockin' River Ranch State Park →
  2. Jerome State Historic Park

    16 miles northeast · Jerome, Arizona · State Historic Park

    The park supports historic sites.

    Dogs allowed$10 per adult

    Hours, fees and rules for Jerome State Historic Park →
  3. Dead Horse Ranch State Park

    20 miles northeast · Cottonwood, Arizona · State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and biking. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and showers). If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.

    CampingCabins/lodgingDogs allowedHikingFishingBoating$10 per vehicle

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  4. Verde River Greenway State Natural Area

    21 miles northeast · Cottonwood, Arizona · State Natural Area

    Things to do include swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.

    Dogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$10 per vehicle

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  5. Fort Verde State Historic Park

    27 miles east · Camp Verde, Arizona · State Historic Park

    Visitors come for historic sites.

    Dogs allowed$10 per adult

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  6. Red Rock State Park

    31 miles northeast · Sedona, Arizona · State Park

    Popular activities here are horseback riding, historic sites, biking, and hiking.

    Hiking$10 per adult

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  7. Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park

    38 miles southwest · Wickenburg, Arizona · Memorial State Park

    Visitors come for hiking.

    Hiking

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  8. Slide Rock State Park

    40 miles northeast · Sedona, Arizona · State Park

    Things to do include historic sites, swimming, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking.

    2 alertsDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishing$30 per vehicle

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Prescott Valley

  1. Dead Horse Ranch State Park 20 mi northeast · Campground listed

Cabins and lodging near Prescott Valley

  1. Dead Horse Ranch State Park 20 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Prescott Valley

  1. Rockin' River Ranch State Park 15 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. Jerome State Historic Park 16 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  3. Dead Horse Ranch State Park 20 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  4. Verde River Greenway State Natural Area 21 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  5. Fort Verde State Historic Park 27 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules

+ 1 more in the list above

Swimming near Prescott Valley

  1. Rockin' River Ranch State Park 15 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Verde River Greenway State Natural Area 21 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Slide Rock State Park 40 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Prescott Valley

  1. Rockin' River Ranch State Park 15 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  2. Dead Horse Ranch State Park 20 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  3. Verde River Greenway State Natural Area 21 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Red Rock State Park 31 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  5. Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park 38 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Fishing near Prescott Valley

  1. Rockin' River Ranch State Park 15 mi east · Fishing listed
  2. Dead Horse Ranch State Park 20 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  3. Verde River Greenway State Natural Area 21 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  4. Slide Rock State Park 40 mi northeast · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Prescott Valley

What is the closest state park to Prescott Valley?

Rockin' River Ranch State Park is the closest, about 15 miles east of Prescott Valley in a straight line. Next are Jerome State Historic Park and Dead Horse Ranch State Park.

How many state parks are near Prescott Valley?

8 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Prescott Valley have camping?

1 park list camping, the nearest being Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Prescott Valley?

Yes, at 6 parks, including Rockin' River Ranch State Park, Jerome State Historic Park and Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Prescott Valley?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.