Arizona's Magnificent Trees
Arizona's Magnificent Trees
There are trees in our state that simply stand apart form the rest! Arizona's Magnificent Trees Program connects us to trees, increases awareness of the field of forestry and urban forestrym and encourages people to pay attention to trees as critical ecosystem species.
Champion Trees
Are the largest of their species in the state and in some cases, the nation! If the species qualifies, Champion Trees are also submitted to the American Forests Champion Tree Registry.
Heritage Trees
Have cultural significance and a direct connection to people. Trees are significant in rural and urban areas for many reasons. They may have been placed in memory of a person or event, given as a gift to the community, or planted where a significant event occurred.
Witness Trees
Are trees that are proven to have been in their same location before Arizona's Statehood. These trees are a living connection from the past to the present.
Freemont Cottonwood
Visit Some of Arizona's Magnificent Trees
Use this color-coded map to explore some of the publicly-accessible Magnificent Trees, Heritage Trees, and Witness Trees around the state. The map provides information and pictures for trees that are easy to visit (Very Accessible); Moderately Accessible; and Challenging. Let us know if you find other trees to nominate along the way.
How to Nominate a Tree
Trees are nominated by the public to show appreciation for their unique
stature, stories, or lasting presence. Whether you come across a particularly
large and beautiful tree while hiking, or know a tree with cultural or historical
connection to a place or peoples, consider nominating a tree to share it's story!
Submit your nomination to the Arizona Magnificent Tree Program.
Important Program Dates
December 1: Public nomination period opens
May 31: Public nomination period closes. Nominations received after May 31 will be added to the following year's list
June 1: Tree verification period opens
September 15: Tree verification period closes
October 15: Nominators notified of status of submitted trees
November 1: State register of Magnifient Trees is announced
Tour the Trees
Arizona definitely has a lot to brag about! Have you seen the size of some of our trees? Check out the top 25 Magnificent Trees across Arizona. 
Resources
2022 Nomination Form en español
2022 Arizona Magnificent Trees Annual Report
Magnificent Tree Owner Assistance Program Application Form
- Prefer to send a hard copy application? View and download here
- Check out an example of the Assistance Program: Mr. Who's Tree
Contact Us
If you have questions or would like to visit one of our Magnificent Trees please email the Urban and Community Forestry Division
