Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near 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.

joshua h. • September 6, 2013Great mixture of trails for all athletic levels. Get there early to get any of the available parking , especially on weekends.

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

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

Shaylin B. • November 18, 2013Very intense hike. Plan on spending a couple hours of your day here. I wouldnt recommend it for beginners. I

Hannah S. • March 21, 2014In all honesty, it's better to not know what you're getting yourself into. The echo trail is very difficult but it is amazing once you're at the top!! Don't give up! Coming down is easier 👍

Jorge M. • February 26, 2020Great hike. We just walked from there to Papagos. Weather was perfect though.

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

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.

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.

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

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

Michelle S. • April 22, 2018Coolest trail with the most shade. Lots of frogs in the pond. Best trail for saguaro cactus. Make sure to pound some pods and taste the sweet flour.

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

Walt G. • November 22, 2013I love hiking Camelback. It is challenging and a great view at the top.

Jaena M. • November 17, 2011The 8 trail is one of my favs!

Megan J. • August 24, 2020This loop trail is part offers great views of Piestewa Peak and other secluded areas near the trailhead.

ZocDoc • November 1, 2011ZocStar Rohno says the trails of Papago are the best place to go for a great family-friendly hike or day of mountain biking!

Bill T. • September 28, 2011One of the most serene places on earth:hotel's elegant cactus garden; best time is at sunrise. Approx 50ft wide and 500 ft long

Michelle P. • October 2, 2011Great for running and biking.

Jennifer H. • January 23, 2011Beautiful hike, tuck a little camera in your pack

Sulafa S. • November 17, 2013You definitely need to plan ahead for a visit to Tovrea Castle and Carraro Cactus Garden (several months ahead). Tours are a unique opportunity to see such a prominent landmark up close.

Farouq A. • January 11, 2019Good garden park to cruise this time of the year. Average in size. Don’t miss to take picture with the glass huge cactus after the entrance. Senior? You will get discounted entry ticket.

JD M. • September 15, 2015This is a great stop for anyone who loves Frank Lloyd Wright and staying at the hotel.

Len N. • October 22, 2011Made it to the top! Amazing mountain, beautiful weather and friendly people! Awesome morning.

Ashley G. • November 16, 2013Nice area! Grassy fields! Nice playground! An if you play frisbee golf they have stations set up around the field for u to enjoy it! Defiantly a good place to go on a nice day in AZ

Adam W. • November 18, 2013A great little park to bring the dogs to. Most patrons are animal lovers, and at sundown it becomes a mini dog park! Super fun.