State
Land in Arizona:
State Trust land was granted to the state by the federal government
when Arizona became a state in 1912. These lands total approximately
9.4 million acres and are managed by the State Land Department.
State Trust Land is NOT public land. To be legal, you should
obtain a permit from ASLD to be on State Trust Land. Recreational
Permits are available for individuals and families and are
issued for one year from the date of purchase. The Individual
Permit is $15.00 and the Family Permit is $20.00. You may pick
up your Recreational Permit in person at State Land Department offices
or apply by mail.