Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Scottsdale

Sara S. • November 18, 2013Awesome place to walk around, pretty scenery and a lot of food/ shop options. Water is pretty and decorated with art and lights. Great place to relax!

Colleen H. • October 14, 2011Wonderful place to take kids of all ages! Bring a blanket and sand toys and camp out under the playground's shaded awning for a few hours. Don't forget bread to feed the ducks :)

Denée C. • December 1, 2015Irmgard was an outstanding tour guide. Great place to learn about and see in person.

Jae Won L. • February 15, 2013Good place to visit to take a walk, and chill on the grass. Very close to old town gift stores, so a good place to recommend any type of visitor. Try on Sunday, many events are available.

Katie O. • November 22, 2012Came here with the family for a hike before a big Thanksgiving feast. Great trails, beautiful scenery, & not crowded at all. A must-visit nature preserve for hikers of all ages!

Mike • July 3, 2010Great place to play volleyball. Courts are well maintained and sand is pretty nice. Sand is tilled on a regular basis, and all levels from novice to open level of play available depending on day.

Catherine Z. • April 6, 2020Clean and well maintained

Mike E. • May 12, 2013If you want a great 2 hour hike in the valley, start from either 104th Street Access or Lost Dog Wash-- this is the midpoint. A good 4 hour hike is to go from 104th St to Lost Dog Wash and back, too.

Lauren K. • October 3, 2013Great dog park! Two sections to separate active and passive dogs. Everyone is nice and manages their dogs as best as they can. I wish I lived closer!

Lauren H. • November 12, 2012New Playground equipment, perfect for 10 and under

Ryan S. • December 3, 2018Beautiful park with a variety of things to do. Bring the kids and have a great time.

Sveto S. • October 20, 2013You can play ping pong too...

Toni A. • October 28, 2013Be sure to watch your dog so you can pick up the poop, even if it's on the other side of the park.

Kelli • November 6, 2018Cute area to bring out of town guests to eat and walk around. Tourist type shops.

Cathleen 'Cathee' J. • April 27, 2014Great park to walk our dogs just so beautiful!

Matthew J. • August 2, 2013Some of the best trail running around. Wonderful bathrooms and water at the trail head. These trail will take you miles and miles into fountain hills if wanted. Grab a map before you go out and enjoy!

Ryan B. • October 9, 2010Great park to walk around, great lake full of playful turtles, birds galore in the winter.

Lauren P. • April 6, 2016One of my favorite hikes in the area; challenging enough and not too crowded.

Alice S. • September 5, 2013Great view! Super steep!

Jill B. • April 13, 2013Walking through the surrounding neighborhood is jewel. Check out the beautiful homes and views!

Geena B. • November 22, 2011Fun little park! Relaxing.

Greg E. • May 24, 2017Smooth trail with good elevation changes and great views.

Ben • March 28, 2019Gorgeous views and easy trail. Fun for all ages.

Jay H. • May 26, 2016Great park for the kiddo.

H.C. @. • January 24, 2014fastest way to get to the scenic Sunrise Peak (compared to the other trailheads) - 4 miles roundtrip!

Karen G. • January 4, 2014Great trails, fairly flat. Watch out for horses!

JJ B. • October 13, 2012Once of the best mountains to hike in the area. Very popular with excellent parking.

Maggie • February 1, 2013Any place that's dog friendly is fab!!!

Maddy L. • August 26, 2011Great my cosine loves to play here