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PHX Parks in The Valley

1. Anthem Community Park

8.4
41703 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy, Anthem, AZ
Park · 13 tips and reviews

JacJac: This park almost has everything that kids want!

Pinnacle Peak Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

2. Pinnacle Peak Park

9.0
26802 N 102nd Way (at Jomax Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Hiking Trail · Estancia · 33 tips and reviews

3. Scottsdale Waterfront

9.3
7135 E Camelback Rd (btwn Scottsdale Rd & Marshall Way), Scottsdale, AZ
Plaza · Downtown Scottsdale · 13 tips and reviews

Star P.Star Padilla: Great photo opportunities all over this area!

4. Camelback Cholla Trail Parking

Scottsdale, AZ
Road · Downtown Scottsdale · 2 tips and reviews

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: Be nice & share! LIMITED PARKING: Park your car close to others- don't be a space waster!

5. Camelback Cholla Trail Parking

Scottsdale, AZ
Road · Downtown Scottsdale · 2 tips and reviews

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: Park on westside on 64th St in designated parking only (or you'll find a parking ticket on your car when you return).

6. University Park Canal Eagle Scout Project Bridge

300 E Parkway (Between College Ave & McAllister), Tempe, AZ
Bridge · 1 tip

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: This walking bridge spans the open canal in University Park neighborhood. Walk across it!

University Park Canal Eagle Scout Project Bridge is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

7. University Park Canal Eagle Scout Project Bridge

300 E Parkway (Between College Ave & McAllister), Tempe, AZ
Bridge · 1 tip

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: 2011 Eagle Scout project by Conner Jensen. Only 7% of those who ever enter Boy Scouts become Eagle Scouts. Congrats Conner!

Ehrhardt Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

8. Ehrhardt Park

4003 S. Evergreen Dr. (at E. Riviera Dr.), Tempe, AZ
Park · No tips or reviews

9. Friendship Village Dog Walk

3700 S Evergreen (La Jolla Drive), Tempe, AZ
Dog Park · 1 tip

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: When your dog poops, you must scoop!

10. Tempe Canal

2625 E Southern Ave. (at Tempe-Mesa city border), Tempe, AZ
Hiking Trail · 3 tips and reviews

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: Run along the West side which is paved.

11. Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch

Usery Pass Rd (Bee line hwy), Mesa, AZ
Resort · 2 tips and reviews

Ellen S.Ellen Streiff: Kayak rental available for individuals, small & large groups. Convenient riverfront entry located just yards from the ranch lodge.

12. Steele Indian School Dog Park

7.5
300 E Indian School Rd (at 7th St.), Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · 21 tips and reviews

Matthew N.Matthew Nelson: The new remodel really is great. Check it out.

Tawa Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

13. Tawa Park

4548-4598 N 11th Ave (Hazelwood), Phoenix, AZ
Playground · No tips or reviews

14. Parkview Ranch

Phoenix, AZ
Home (private) · 1 tip

15. Deer Valley Park

6.1
19400 N 19th Ave (19th ave & Utopia), Phoenix, AZ
Park · 8 tips and reviews

Markers I.Markers In Motion: Desert meets the Park Grass, great place to walk the dog.

16. TrailHead Ranch

35013 N 49th St (49th Street and Carefree), Cave Creek, AZ
Hiking Trail · 1 tip

Markers I.Markers In Motion: Ask to see Zoro! A rare horse to see.

17. Valley of the Sunflowers

564 E. Garfield St. (6th St.), Phoenix, AZ
Field · Downtown Phoenix · 2 tips and reviews

jose602jose602: Big high fives to the folks behind Valley @ofTheSunflowers. For years, this was an empty lot & VoS filled it with awesome.

18. "A" Mountain (Hayden Butte Preserve)

9.0
Mill Avenue & Rio Salado, Tempe, AZ
Mountain · Downtown Tempe · 75 tips and reviews

Dan T.Dan Turbyfill: Get caught vandalizing the "A" pay $2,500 or up to 6 months jail time. The Butte is a preserve on the national registry.

19. "A" Mountain (Hayden Butte Preserve)

9.0
Mill Avenue & Rio Salado, Tempe, AZ
Mountain · Downtown Tempe · 75 tips and reviews

Dan T.Dan Turbyfill: It is illegal to paint the 'A' without a permit.

20. Camelback Mountain

9.2
4925 E McDonald Dr (Arcadia Dr & Valle Vista), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 61 tips and reviews

NopeNope: Put your phone down and enjoy the view.

21. Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix

4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd (at 43rd Ave.), Glendale, AZ
Water Park · 36 tips and reviews

Team CocoTeam Coco: "Just for the record, Wet n’ Wild Phoenix is a waterpark. It has nothing to do with ASU or cheerleaders. So leave the flask and the video camera at home." - Conan O'Brien

Desert Botanical Garden is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

22. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

23. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: At the Desert Botanical Garden you will find 50 acres of beautiful outdoor exhibits. It is home to 139 rare, threatened and endangered plant species from around the world.

24. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: This is one of the best places to see desert plants, including cacti and succulents. The collection includes 140 plants that are rare, endangered or threatened. Read more.

25. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

Tempe TourismTempe Tourism: The desert comes alive at the Desert Botanical Garden. Walk garden paths and discover all the flora & fauna that makes Arizona unique. Enjoy special exhibits, music concerts, wine tastings and more!

26. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

K12 IncK12 Inc: Did you know? With over 4,000 species and approximately 17,000 individual plants, the garden is the most prominent cactus collection in the United States and perhaps, the world. Read more.

27. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Win tickets to Phoenix Home & Garden's Grand Tour of Gardens taking place April 3, 2011! Plus, one lucky winner receives a $1,000 shopping spree at Today's Patio! www.phgmag.com/ShoppingSpree Read more.

28. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Take your camera. Photo ops are at every turn. And don't forget to turn those images into a 3-day stay at the Four Seasons Scottsdale by entering them our Arizona Photo Contest. Winner also receives a Read more.

29. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

Kathleen F.Kathleen Forden: Go for the Garden Flashlight Tours in the summer. And go back for the Mariposa Monarca Monarch Butterfly Exhibit in the fall.

30. F-86D Fighter Jet Display

Historic Downtown Chandler (Btwn Chandler and Delaware), Chandler, AZ
Monument · Downtown Chandler · 2 tips and reviews

JacJac: F86-D fighter jet once used at the Williams Air Force Base.

31. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

The GardenThe Garden: Oct. 16-17 is the Fall Plant Sale Festival Read more.

32. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

The GardenThe Garden: If you are coming to Las Noches de las Luminarias, stop by the holiday tree near Webster and share your pictures on our Facebook page! Read more.

33. Hanger Park

501 E Knox Rd (at Rural Rd.), Tempe, AZ
Park · 3 tips and reviews

Jon H.Jon Hernandez: Come here after hours. That's when all the fun starts! ;)

Grand Canal (Central Phoenix) is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

34. Grand Canal (Central Phoenix)

7.7
4600 N Central Ave (btw W Coolidge St & W Minnezona Ave), Phoenix, AZ
River · 1 tip

35. Lincoln Fields

Phoenix, AZ
Parking · Sky Harbor · 1 tip

Vincent C.Vincent Carrocci: The birds put on a spectacular show each evening right around sunset.

36. Secret Garden

7.2
1000 Arizona State University (at ASU), Tempe, AZ
College Quad · Downtown Tempe · 50 tips and reviews

Jorge S.Jorge Salazar: A great place to relax or study in the Tempe campus. Have a picnic with some friends and enjoy the green scenery.

37. "A" Mountain (Hayden Butte Preserve)

9.0
Mill Avenue & Rio Salado, Tempe, AZ
Mountain · Downtown Tempe · 75 tips and reviews

Jorge S.Jorge Salazar: Take a refreshing hike up the mountain and relax taking in a perfect view of the city . The "A" changes colors throughout the year.

38. Washington Dog Park

7.1
Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · 11 tips and reviews

Chase G.Chase Granberry: No kids under 12 in the dog park or they close it down.

Arcadia Canal is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

39. Arcadia Canal

8.2
Arizona Canal, Phoenix, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · 6 tips and reviews

40. Camelback Mountain

9.2
4925 E McDonald Dr (Arcadia Dr & Valle Vista), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 61 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Best Of Phoenix Winner: Best Rock Climbing. Whether you're a 1st-timer or die-hard climber, Camelback Mountain is one of the best places to rock climb bc of its great location & gorgeous view! Read more.

41. Cholla Trail

8.6
Cholla & Invergordon, Paradise Valley, AZ
Hiking Trail · 40 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Best Of Phoenix Winner: Best Hiking Trail. This trail has a great mix of challenges, yet ease (in comparison to Camelback's other trails). Bring water and leave the pup at home for this trail! Read more.

Norton Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

42. Norton Park

1224 East Hatcher Rd. (12th St), Phoenix, AZ
Park · North Mountain · 3 tips and reviews

Vern G.Vern Gill: All brand new playground equipment! Now has "flys", sun shades, over the equipment. Also has wood chips down instead of sand.

The Little Park On The Canal is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

43. The Little Park On The Canal

Phoenix, AZ
Park · 1 tip

44. Desert Trail Riding

14543 S Bay Mare Dr, Tucson, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · No tips or reviews
Desert Horizon Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

45. Desert Horizon Park

8.1
16002 N 56th St. (at Paradise Ln.), Phoenix, AZ
Park · 9 tips and reviews
Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Survivors Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

46. Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Survivors Park

N 1st ST & E Willetta ST, Phoenix, AZ
Sculpture Garden · Central City · No tips or reviews
Rose Mofford Dog Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

47. Rose Mofford Dog Park

7.0
9625 N 25th Ave., Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · North Mountain · 12 tips and reviews
Washington Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

48. Washington Park

7.9
(21st Avenue and Maryland), Phoenix, AZ
Park · 2 tips and reviews
Washington Dog Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

49. Washington Dog Park

7.1
Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · 11 tips and reviews

50. Arizona Center

7.2
400 E Van Buren St (at 3rd St.), Phoenix, AZ
Shopping Mall · Copper Square · 34 tips and reviews

Robyn M.Robyn Moore: If you have spare time, I recommend relaxing on the benches in the gardens. It is one of the most beautiful, artfully landscaped spots in all of downtown.

51. Tempe Beach Park

9.0
54 W Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ
Park · Downtown Tempe · 109 tips and reviews

Kyle H.Kyle Hilow: Great, clean park which has activities ranging from boat rentals, to playgrounds to a waterfrenzy area. Great for a quick jog, and grassy well kept area. Also hosts concerts and events frequently.

Los Olivos Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

52. Los Olivos Park

7.6
2802 E Devonshire Ave (at N 28th St), Phoenix, AZ
Park · Camelback East · 7 tips and reviews

53. Keresan Park

2810 E Glenrosa Ave (28th St. & Glenrosa Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Park · Camelback East · No tips or reviews
Millennium Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

54. Millennium Park

9.6
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Grant Park · 622 tips and reviews
Steele Indian School Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

55. Steele Indian School Park

9.2
300 E Indian School Rd (at N 3rd St), Phoenix, AZ
Park · 26 tips and reviews

56. South Park Walkabout

8.1
30TH St, San Diego, CA
Arts and Entertainment · South Park · 3 tips and reviews

Ruben M.Ruben Martin: If u like to drink Visit - 1. Hamilton's 2. Whistle stop 3. Blue Foot

57. Tempe Town Lake

8.9
80 W Rio Salado Pkwy (at Mill Ave), Tempe, AZ
Lake · 101 tips and reviews

Ryan H.Ryan Hemelt: check out the rowing clubs on the lake Read more.

Tempe Town Lake Loop 202 Boathouse is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

58. Tempe Town Lake Loop 202 Boathouse

620 N Mill Ave (at Washington St), Tempe, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · 4 tips and reviews

59. Tempe Town Lake Loop 202 Boathouse

620 N Mill Ave (at Washington St), Tempe, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · 4 tips and reviews

RowersLogRowersLog: Be sure to check out both the juniors and the masters programs available! They are both know across the country!

60. West Wing Park

Westwing Pkwy, Peoria, AZ
Park · 3 tips and reviews

MerrittMerritt: Great hike!

61. Piestewa Peak

8.4
E Squaw Peak Dr (off Lincoln Dr), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 66 tips and reviews

Justin B.Justin Beckett: So now that you have burnt off all those calories from a the hike, come on down to Beckett's Table for some fantastic food & drink. "Come together" at BT with some friends. 602 954 1700

Sumida Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

62. Sumida Park

1817 E. Gardenia Ave. (at Dreamy Draw Dr.), Phoenix, AZ
Park · Camelback East · No tips or reviews

63. Cortez Park

5.4
3434 W Dunlap Ave (at N 35th Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Park · North Mountain · 4 tips and reviews

LyssLyss: Feed the ducks

64. Secret Place :-)

Scenic Lookout · 1 tip

LyssLyss: Come and find it ;)

65. Phoenix Rio Salado Park & Restoration Area

7.8
2439 S. Central Ave (Central Ave & Watkins St), Phoenix, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · Central City · 4 tips and reviews

Ben B.Ben Bethel: Pick up ten pieces of litter and you will receive one month of good luck!

66. Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center

7.0
3131 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Trail · South Mountain · 5 tips and reviews

Ben B.Ben Bethel: Pick up ten pieces of litter and you will receive one month of good luck!

67. Camelback Mountain

9.2
4925 E McDonald Dr (Arcadia Dr & Valle Vista), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 61 tips and reviews

Patty J.Patty Jimenez: Bring a celebration snack (an orange is perfect after the tough hike) to enjoy while you get a 360 degree view of Phoenix.

South Mountain Park - Pima Canyon Trailhead is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

68. South Mountain Park - Pima Canyon Trailhead

9.2
9904 S. 48th St. (48th St. & Guadalupe Rd.), Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Trail · Ahwatukee Foothills · 16 tips and reviews
Indian Bend Wash is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

69. Indian Bend Wash

Phoenix, AZ
Other Great Outdoors · 1 tip

70. Public Garden

4400-4440 S 18th Pl (broadway), Phoenix, AZ
Garden · South Mountain · No tips or reviews

71. South Mountain Park

8.8
13078 South Warpaint Dr., Phoenix, AZ
Park · South Mountain · 40 tips and reviews

Jen M.Jen Merkel: This is a great park to visit if you have disabled or small children visiting. You can drive all the way up to the summit and walk around. Get some great pics in the 'castle' and watch the sun set.

72. Circle G Park

601 E Encinas Ave, Gilbert, AZ
Park · 2 tips and reviews

Jen M.Jen Merkel: Great drive-through Christmas light show. Houses are all huge too.

73. North Mountain Park

8.1
12950 N 7th St (btwn Thunderbird & Peoria), Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Trail · North Mountain · 30 tips and reviews

Wes N.Wes Novack: to switch it up, hike up the back trail of Shaw Butte or take the long scenic trail down North Mountain

74. 3rd Ave Palms Dog Walk

3633 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · 1 tip

Michelle D.Michelle D.: Pick up after your dog. :)

North Mountain is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

75. North Mountain

Hiking Trail · North Mountain · No tips or reviews

76. Piestewa Peak

8.4
E Squaw Peak Dr (off Lincoln Dr), Phoenix, AZ
Mountain · Camelback East · 66 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Moses: Climb to the geological survey marker on the right. Then you'll really be at the summit, 2608 ft/795 m, 3rd highest peak in Phoenix.

Thunderbird Road & 19th Avenue is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

77. Thunderbird Road & 19th Avenue

W Thunderbird Rd (at N 19th Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Intersection · North Mountain · 2 tips and reviews
Sunnyslope Dog Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

78. Sunnyslope Dog Park

Peoria, AZ
Dog Park · 1 tip

79. Playground At Coffinger Park

Wickenburg, AZ
Playground · No tips or reviews
Bonsall Park North is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

80. Bonsall Park North

5820 W Bethany Home Rd (by 59th Ave), Glendale, AZ
Park · 2 tips and reviews
Thunderbird Mountain is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

81. Thunderbird Mountain

9.1
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Trail · Deer Valley · 17 tips and reviews
Lost Dutchman State Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

82. Lost Dutchman State Park

8.9
6109 E Apache Trl (N. Apache Trail (88)), Apache Junction, AZ
Campground · 16 tips and reviews

83. Portland's Restaurant & Wine Bar

105 W Portland St (Central/ Roosevelt Light Rail Stop), Phoenix, AZ
Wine Bar · Roosevelt · 22 tips and reviews

Holy PiñataHoly Piñata: Great beer selection including a few local drafts. Right at the Roosevelt Light Rail stop. Outdoor patio is great and the employees are fast and friendly. Tell them Holy Pinata sent you!

Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

84. Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza

8.3
1700 W Washington St (btwn S 17th & N 15th Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Plaza · Central City · 4 tips and reviews
Memory Walk is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

85. Memory Walk

Phoenix, AZ
Park · Central City · No tips or reviews
Colter Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

86. Colter Park

7.7
525 W Colter St, Phoenix, AZ
Park · 2 tips and reviews
John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

87. John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital

6.1
250 E Dunlap Ave (at 3rd St.), Phoenix, AZ
Hospital · North Mountain · 28 tips and reviews
Perry park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

88. Perry park

2700 N 32nd St, Arizona
Park · Camelback East · No tips or reviews
PHX Mountain Preserve Dreamy Draw Trailhead is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

89. PHX Mountain Preserve Dreamy Draw Trailhead

6.7
(Dreamy Draw Dr & Frier Dr), Phoenix, AZ
Dog Park · Camelback East · 4 tips and reviews

90. Duck Park

Landmarks and Outdoors · North Mountain · No tips or reviews

91. Civic Space Park

8.0
424 N Central Ave (at Taylor St.), Phoenix, AZ
Park · Copper Square · 77 tips and reviews

Visit PhoenixVisit Phoenix: The 145-foot-tall aerial sculpture above you is called "Her Secret is Patience." The title comes from a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, who wrote "Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience."

Phoenix Art Museum is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

92. Phoenix Art Museum

9.3
1625 N Central Ave (at E McDowell Rd.), Phoenix, AZ
Art Museum · 107 tips and reviews
White Tank Mountain Regional Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

93. White Tank Mountain Regional Park

8.9
20304 W White Tanks Mtn Rd, Waddell, AZ
Hiking Trail · 28 tips and reviews
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

94. Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park

8.7
16501 W Northern Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ
Zoo · 51 tips and reviews
Feast On The Street is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

95. Feast On The Street

Phoenix, AZ
Public Art · Downtown Phoenix · 1 tip

96. 8 Acres Field

15850 N Bullard Ave (at W Paradise Ln), Surprise, AZ
Field · 5 tips and reviews

Jeremy S.Jeremy St.Germain: On most nights this place is going crazy with soccer, football, baseball, etc practices!!

Kiwanis Park is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

97. Kiwanis Park

8.9
6111 S All American Way, Tempe, AZ
Park · Kiwanis Park · 41 tips and reviews

98. Old Town Scottsdale

Scottsdale, AZ
Neighborhood · 60 tips and reviews

Citizen Public HouseCitizen Public House: Great place to get delicious eats as well as a taste of the old south west decor. Stop by Citizen Public House just up the way near Scottsdale and 5th ave. Elevated pub-grub. Check out our menu: Read more.

glendale summer band is one of PHX Parks in The Valley.

99. glendale summer band

Glendale, AZ
Concert Hall · Downtown Glendale · No tips or reviews