Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Scottsdale

Ryan S. • August 13, 2018Fun place to go spend some time with family. Lots to see and do.

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.

Rachel M. • October 20, 2011Great area outside the library and town hall, lots of grass and fountains, kids love it.

Robby W. • September 26, 2012Super friendly people, great parking everywhere and nice park and atmosphere for running/dog walking etc.

Kristy W. • January 2, 2010Close to Phoenix, huge variety of trails, no park fees, beautiful scenery. What more can you want?

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

Genevieve R. • May 27, 2016A convenient place to soak up some sunshine.

Melissa B. • May 28, 2012It's so peaceful at night here with the sounds of the fountains and crickets.

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

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

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.

Marisa S. • February 27, 2011Perfect for a nice walk or jog :)

Bradley D. • May 29, 2014If you go for an early morning run, pay attention to the east. Run on the side closest to the sun so you don't get the double whammy of sun and reflected sun off the canal. Great, flat running!

Tamara C. • March 2, 2011great place for a jog!

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

Michele C. • March 29, 2013Awesome hike! Pretty mellow 3.6 miles with a few steep parts.

Jay H. • January 24, 2016Just one ticket!

Mark A. • March 29, 2013Great shaded playground on the south end of the park!

Stephanie M. • July 14, 2012Go on a weekday evening... Much fewer people than on weekends!

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

Jackie F. • December 11, 2013This was a great place to start learning to climb. We loved it!

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

City of S. • October 26, 2010Sonoran Desert at its best -- saguaro forests, giant rock formations, diverse wildlife. The preserve features nine trailheads and two dozen trails totaling 60 miles.

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