The Central Arizona Land Trust is a private, non-profit organization established in 1989. We seek to preserve ranchlands, open space and the scenic and wildlife values of central Arizona in partnership with landowners who wish to protect their land in perpetuity.



Yavapai is reported to be the fastest growing rural county in the U.S. As more and more people move here for our natural beauty and spectacular climate, development pressures consume more and more of our cherished landscapes. The tri-city area of Prescott, Prescott Valley and Chino Valley, as well as the Verde Valley, are growing at unprecedented rates. The scenic ridges and sweeping grasslands are being overtaken by residential and commercial development.



With the increase in population, the fragmentation of habitat for antelope, deer, and other native species increases. Local pronghorn herds are dwindling dramatically due to the encroachment of roads and highways, and loss of water and grass. It is the vision of the Land Trust to ensure that our natural heritage is not lost in the years ahead.



The Land Trust has a long history of successful collaborations on the local, regional and national levels. In March 2000, the Land Trust was principal sponsor of the state museum conference held in Prescott for 200 attendees with the theme "Museums and the Land." As one of 1400 local organizations across the country, we are affiliated with the Land Trust Alliance, based in Washington, D.C. We also work closely with The Nature Conservancy.