FORT TUTHILL COUNTY PARK
Exit 337 off I-17, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001
The historic Fort Tuthill County Park is nestled in cool Ponderosa pines 3 miles south of Flagstaff. The 411-acre regional park is the home of the annual Coconino County Fair (Labor Day weekend) and Coconino County Horse Races (4th of July weekend) and the nationally-awarded Pine Mountain Amphitheater. It also features a a Military Museum, camground, picnic areas, tennis courts and scenic trails. In the summer Fort Tuthill is bustling with a variety of special events, camping, and picnicking.
| Construction at Fort Tuthill County Park Coconino County Parks & Recreation announces that construction and public works activities are underway to install water and sewer transmission lines at Fort Tuthill County Park.
The goal of this project is to provide new water supply sewer services to Fort Tuthill County Park.
We notify park users and visitors of road closures & pedestrian/vehicular detours. Please follow construction signs and markers.
This improvement project is funded by the 2002 voter-approved Coconino Parks & Open Space Program. It is also a collaborative effort with the City of Flagstaff. Target completion of this project is in summer 2010. |
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Amphitheater - performing arts, concerts, and weddings
Coconino County Fairgrounds - shows, festivals, and fairs
Grandstands/Race Track - rodeos, horse shows, and horse races
Posse Arena - ropings and gymkhanas
Trails - 6.5 miles of trail open to hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians
Five picnic ramadas can be reserved for private parties and family get-togethers, and overnight camping and horse stalls are also available.
Pine Mountain Amphitheater
The Pine Mountain Amphitheater is engraved in a natural forest bowl at the heart of Fort Tuthill County Park; acoustics are magnificent for a wonderful outdoor entertainment experience.The Amphitheater’s construction was funded by the Coconino Parks and Open Space Program, Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund grants and Coconino County. The Coconino Parks and Open Space Program levies a capital projects tax of one-eighth of one cent per dollar on all sales or uses within Coconino County over an estimated term of ten years. The proceeds are dedicated to land acquisition and development of projects like the Amphitheatre, and are only possible because of voters in Coconino County. Since its grand opening in May 2006, the Amphitheater has been recognized as Northern Arizona's newest and largest outdoor venue for concerts and stage presentation. Coconino County has partnered with the management team from Flagstaff’s Orpheum Theater to provide the community with a first-class facility for concerts, including the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra and other local, national and international entertainment. For concert schedule, click here Amphitheater Shows or visit http://www.pinemountainamphitheater.com/ |  |
| Amphitheater earns NACPRO Award of Excellence The Pine Mountain Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill County Park has been selected as a winner in the nationwide search for Parks and Recreation Facility-Class I category in the restigious 2007 National Association of County Parks and Recreation Officials (NACPRO) Awards of Excellence. NACPRO Facilities Awards of Excellence have been created to recognize and honor excellence in recreation and park facilities; to focus national attention (both public and professional) on the very best of facility design; to encourage outstanding efforts in planning, design, construction, and benefits to the community; and to be a resource of information for the highest quality of facility development. The Class I Park and Recreation Facility Award is presented to park and recreation facilities in counties with a population of 500,000 or less. The 2007 NACPRO awards were presented during the NACPRO meeting in Richmond, Virginia at the annual awards banquet on July 16, 2007. |  |
Coconino County Fairgrounds
The Coconino County Fairgrounds features 2 ½ acres of open asphalt area that's perfect for outdoor fairs, festivals, and shows. Adjacent to it, is 3 ½ acre gravel lot that can be used concurrently. Both areas include electricity and water and flex with a variety of sets and staging. Fairground buildings range from 1,500 sq.ft. to 10,000sq.ft. providing convenient venues for hospitality areas, enclosed vendor areas, meetings, parties and dances. Beverage concession stand, two stages, and permanent restrooms make the Coconino County Fairgrounds the premiere outdoor event facility in northern Arizona! DOWNLOAD Fairgrounds Map |  |
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Grandstands/Race Track
 | The Grandstands at Fort Tuthill County Park encroach a 5/8-mile dirt racetrack, rodeo arena with announcer's booth, a .96-acre round infield jumping arena, and can handle equestrian events of all types and sizes. The covered grandstand seating area accommodates ~1,600 plus 144 box seats, and bleachers can be placed below the grandstands for front-row action-ppacked enjoyment. The facility includes a restroom and an office space. Concessions may be arranged for large events. DOWNLOAD Grandstands, Racetrack & Rodeo Arena Map |
Posse Arena
The 309' x 157' Posse Arena cover a two-story announcer's booth, arena lights and bleachers . Surrounded by Ponderosa pine trees, the arena is the perfect spot to "hang out" and enjoy a roping or gymkhana on a summer Flagstaff day.
Trails
There are two breath-taking trails at Fort Tuthill County Park for hiking, trail running, biking, and horseback riding. The Soldiers Trail is a moderately easy trail for non-motorized uses. It is approximately five miles in length and circles the perimeter of the park through a forest of pine and oak trees. The Bridge Trail is a one-mile scenic nature trail for hikers, and a technical challenge for skilled mountain bicyclists. The Flagstaff Urban Trail System allows you to hike or ride between Flagstaff and Fort Tuthill. This flat and easy trail extends about five miles to Northern Arizona University from the park.
The Soldiers Trail may be rented for 5K/10K events and trail rides, and can be closed temporarily for mountain bike racing events.
For information about renting facilities at Fort Tuthill County Park for your event needs, please call Coconino County Parks and Recreation at (928) 679-8000
Picnic Ramadas at Fort Tuthill County Park
Fort Tuthill County Park has five large picnic ramadas that can be rented for parties and family get-togethers, and numerous day use areas, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables, charcoal grills, basketball, tennis, racquetball, and volleyball courts, and a playground help you create a fun-filled day for your family and provide a great lunch break while attending an event at the park.
Navajo Ramada (Maximum capacity is 250 people) has the most "covered" space with most of the 10-15 picnic tables protected from the weather. It is near the tennis and racquetball courts, and the Coconino County Fairgrounds with an on-site volleyball court and horseshoe pits. Amenities include water and electricicty, one very large grill and parking area . It is accessible from paved roads.
Cochise Ramada (Maximum capacity is 150 people)lis close to tennis courts, racquetball courts, Flagstaff Urban
Trail System and Soldiers Trail trailhead, and the Coconino County Fairgrounds . It has an on-site volleyball court and horseshoe pits. Amenities include water and electricity, grills, parking area, and 10-15 picnic tables. It is accessible from paved roads.
Maricopa Ramada (Maximum capacity is 150 people) is a large round ramada in a nice wooded area of the park and includes a large parking area that is suitable for big groups. A short walk to tennis courts, racquetball courts, basketball court, Flagstaff Urban Trail System and Soldiers Trail trailhead, and the Coconino County Fairgrounds. Amenities include water and electricity, on-site volleyball court and horseshoe pits, grills and 20 picnic tables (about half under the cover). It is ccessible from paved roads.
Posse Ramada (Maximum capacity is 250 people)is adjacent to the Grandstands/Rodeo Arena and accessible from dirt roads. When equestrian events are in progress, there can be quite a bit of dust and traffic in the area. It is also very close to Flagstaff Urban Trail System and Soldiers Trail trailhead. Amenities include water and electricity, on-site volleyball court and horseshoe pits, one grill, parking area, and 10 picnic tables.
Yavapai Ramada (Maximum capacity is 50 people) is adjacent to the amphitheater with an access to the Soldiers Trail. It is also close to tennis and racquetball courts, and the Coconino County Fairgrounds. Amenities include an on-site playgroundfor kids ages 5-12,two small grills, and three picnic tables, electricity, and composting restroom facility (with two handicapped-accessible unisex facilities). Yavapai Ramada is available on a first come first served only and will be closed during amphitheater concerts. It is not available for rental.
Reservations for picnic ramadas are taken from January 2 to September 30 each year on a first-come, first-served basis. For reservation and more information, please call Coconino County Parks and Recreation at (928) 679-8000 and/or download the Fort Tuthill County Park Picnic Ramada Fees and Rules FTCP Picnic Ramada Fees
Camping at Fort Tuthill County Park
A family and group campground is situated near the Coconino County Fairgrounds, so plan to attend or participate in an event and stay on-site. Camping areas include a few hook-up sites, picnic tables, fire rings, portable toilets, and water spigots. Tall pine trees create a rustic "camping in the woods" experience and provide shade on hot summer days. Fort Tuthill County Park Campground is open from May 1 through September
Download FTCP Campground Fees & Rules 2010 FTCP Campground Map
For reservation and more information, please call Coconino County Parks and Recreation Office 928.679.8000 until April 30. Effective May 18, please call the Fort Tuhill County Park Campground Office 928.774.3464.
Stables are located between the Posse Arena and Grandstands/Race Track, and camping for horse owners is also available.
For the latest on stables fees, rules and procedures, please download FTCP Stables Fees & Rules
We're sorry, but we do not accept reservations at the Stables. For information on events and availability of stalls, please call the Stable Manager (May 18 through September 30) at (928) 779-1762. For questions during the off-season, please call Coconino County Parks and Recreation at (928) 679-8000.