State parks offer hiking, fishing, camping, birdwatching, and more.
Pima County and the City of Tucson both maintain outstanding Parks and Recreation Departments. Because of the location of many of the parks, there has been a great deal of cooperation among the federal, state, county, and city governments. This cooperative effort has resulted in preservation of the natural beauty of the area as well as quality service for visitors. And, if all that isn't enough, many local recreation-oriented businesses offer everything from skydiving and rock climbing to hot air balloon rides and mountain goat pack adventures. You can even be a true city slicker by taking part in a cattle drive.