What is State Trust Land?
State Trust Land is land that was granted to Arizona by the federal government when Arizona became a state in 1912. Trust lands total approximately 9.4 million acres and are managed by the State Land Department. The land is held in trust by the State of Arizona, and by law, must be used to generate revenue to fund public schools, universities and other state institutions. State Trust Land is NOT public land. You must have a permit to be on State Trust Land.
