Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Phoenix

Jennifer C. • February 15, 2013Best place to hike! So many different trails for all levels (including people who don't exercise at all). I've brought international friends here and out of town guests - they all loved it!

Ashley B. • October 17, 2020What a great area for hIking! The trails are well marked! You cd brake an easy trail, or one with lots of hills and valleys. Come out, get some exercise and experience AZ’s beautiful landscape!

Sarah • May 17, 2023VERY interesting collection of desert plants. A must go when ur in Phoenix!

Joelle S. • April 5, 2017Perfect hike for families or older family members up to Hole in Rock. Great view of the city, rocks and water.

Lucas W. • November 19, 2013Hike the Cholla Trail and it should take you 90 minutes for a round trip, wonderful views!

Chuck V. • February 13, 2017It's a great place for urban hiking. Check out the maze!

Ryan S. • August 13, 2018Great hiking trails. Be sure to bring water.

Jenn A. • October 29, 2014love it up here! the views, people watching, taking a break. it's well worth the climb to the top!

eric b. • December 31, 2021Beautiful park right outside the city with great views and trails. Good to drive up and hike from the top if you have kids.

Jessi S. • November 13, 2013If you are looking for a relaxing hike, filled with beautiful sites to see, this is the right trail! But, make sure to allot at least three hours if you plan to go all the way to the top.

Tricia L. • September 22, 2013Bring Hiking shoes... very nice workout!

Jose A. • January 11, 2014Nice little park for picnic. It has a play area which it is nice.

Kelly N. • February 13, 2013I went hiking here with my boyfriend & dog & it was quite an adventure! It's tucked away & a change of pace compared to Camelback. It was pretty busy on a Saturday morning, but try a weekday.

Joshua H. • November 18, 2013A very basic trail that only takes about five minutes. The Hole in the Rock is a nice visual and the view is quite beautiful at sunrise. Recommended for those looking to do some outdoor activity.

🌵Andrew K. • October 27, 2014Such a beautiful park smack dab in the middle of perhaps the most beautiful residential neighborhood in Phoenix. Golf course, pool, playgrounds and a small Amusement Park! Water features throughout!

Mel C. • April 5, 2016Well-maintained trail with decent amounts of shaded areas. Great work out! 💪🏻

Joel S. • July 14, 2013Basically a paved/cobbled trail. Good for dates or easy hikes.

Drew H. • June 10, 2012Great access to the Phoenix Mountain Preserve trail system. Parking is safe and patrolled.

Courtney S. • February 15, 2013I love hiking some of the trails on South Mountain. The one off 24th street is probably my favorite, but you will need someone strong to help you with some parts of it. The trail off Central too.

Michael M. • November 11, 2010fun workout with friends! would definitely bring enough water, but they also have some coolers to refill at the trails start

Paul K. • February 6, 2014This is incredibly beautiful and tranquil place right in the middle of downtown Phoenix. Well worth the time and modest cost to get in.

HISTORY • March 31, 2010Heritage & Science Park is a City of Phoenix Park which consists of Historic Heritage Square, Phoenix Museum of History and The Arizona Science Center. The park is home of the 1895 Rosson House.

Amy • November 11, 2013My favorite place to come to bring my dog for sure . So cute and very clean .

Chuck C. • June 15, 2015Great paved hike. Short and sweet, great for a date hike. Otherwise try running up for a good sweat.

Dana Starr • April 10, 2012This place is amazing, love all of the wildlife as well!

Jim L. • May 20, 2015The wildflower season rebounded a bit, but with unseasonably reasonable weather, great place to see everything. Keep your eyes and feet on the trails. A teddy-bear cholla is not fun to hug..

Mario Trejo R. • December 23, 2012Willo historic district. Classic Revival styles from the 1920s through the 1950s.

Ted L. • September 13, 2016Good Hiking , lots of trails, fun to take the dog

Joe W. • October 25, 2013Great hiking & mountain bike trails, but watch out for rattlers in spring & fall

Omar R. • February 15, 2014Stay on the trail lots of wild life around every corner! :-)