Guide to the Peoria
Area
Things to do
"The city of Peoria is home to a scenic desert oasis - Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Surrounded by the Sonoran desert, it is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream destination for action and adventure. With more than 23,000 acres of water and beautiful, unblemished desert landscape, Lake Pleasant Regional Park is one of the most scenic recreation areas in the Valley. There are a number of adventures to embark upon including kayaking, fishing, scuba diving, camping, stargazing and even scorpion hunting.
At the Lake Pleasant Nature Center, guests can learn about the history of the area and desert wildlife. Step out onto the balcony surrounding the Nature Center to get a beautiful view of Lake Pleasant and a close up look at Waddell Dam. "The breathtaking views offer visitors a great place to relax, whether it is from a boat or shoreline picnic site. The lake is a top destination for outdoor recreation, attracting thousands of visitors each year."
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Lake Pleasant
"The city of Peoria is home to a scenic desert oasis - Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Surrounded by the Sonoran desert, it is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream destination for action and adventure. With more than 23,000 acres of water and beautiful, unblemished desert landscape, Lake Pleasant Regional Park is one of the most scenic recreation areas in the Valley. There are a number of adventures to embark upon including kayaking, fishing, scuba diving, camping, stargazing and even scorpion hunting.
At the Lake Pleasant Nature Center, guests can learn about the history of the area and desert wildlife. Step out onto the balcony surrounding the Nature Center to get a beautiful view of Lake Pleasant and a close up look at Waddell Dam. "The breathtaking views offer visitors a great place to relax, whether it is from a boat or shoreline picnic site. The lake is a top destination for outdoor recreation, attracting thousands of visitors each year."
"Peoria's Trail System:
Peoria offers an expansive system of hiking trails and multi-use paths to explore and enjoy. With access to 570 acres of parks and more than 25 miles of trails and the natural beauty of the hills and valleys of the Sonoran Desert, Peoria is a hiking mecca.
Peoria’s Trail System
There are 12.5 miles along New River from Northern Avenue to Williams Road, 5.7 miles along Skunk Creek from 83rd Avenue to 51st Avenue in Glendale, and 11.25 miles of Mountain Hiking Trails.
Mountain Trailheads
Calderwood Butte - N 99th Ave, 0.3 miles north of Jomax Road
Eastwing Mountain - 7098 W Miner Trail
Sunrise Mountain - 27100 Westwing Pkwy.
WestWing Mountain - 27100 Westwing Pkwy.
Multi-Use Trailheads
New River Trail at Fletcher Heights - 77th Ave and Deer Valley Road
New River Trail at Rio Vista Community Park - 8866 W Thunderbird Road
New River Trail at Westbrook Village - 19259 N 83rd Ave.
Paloma Community Park Trailhead - 29799 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy.
Skunk Creek Trailhead - 15091 N 83rd Ave.
Trail Hours:
Mountain Trails - sunrise to sunset
River Trails – sunrise – 10:30 p.m.
Trailheads - 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m."
Calderwood Butte Trail
Calderwood Butte Trail"Peoria's Trail System:
Peoria offers an expansive system of hiking trails and multi-use paths to explore and enjoy. With access to 570 acres of parks and more than 25 miles of trails and the natural beauty of the hills and valleys of the Sonoran Desert, Peoria is a hiking mecca.
Peoria’s Trail System
There are 12.5 miles along New River from Northern Avenue to Williams Road, 5.7 miles along Skunk Creek from 83rd Avenue to 51st Avenue in Glendale, and 11.25 miles of Mountain Hiking Trails.
Mountain Trailheads
Calderwood Butte - N 99th Ave, 0.3 miles north of Jomax Road
Eastwing Mountain - 7098 W Miner Trail
Sunrise Mountain - 27100 Westwing Pkwy.
WestWing Mountain - 27100 Westwing Pkwy.
Multi-Use Trailheads
New River Trail at Fletcher Heights - 77th Ave and Deer Valley Road
New River Trail at Rio Vista Community Park - 8866 W Thunderbird Road
New River Trail at Westbrook Village - 19259 N 83rd Ave.
Paloma Community Park Trailhead - 29799 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy.
Skunk Creek Trailhead - 15091 N 83rd Ave.
Trail Hours:
Mountain Trails - sunrise to sunset
River Trails – sunrise – 10:30 p.m.
Trailheads - 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m."
"Horseback Riding
An iconic Arizona activity, horseback riding promises to delight riders young and old. With multiple companies offering unique horseback riding experiences on trails along Skunk Creek and Lake Pleasant, there's an adventure for everyone.
Arizona Riders
15125 North 83rd Avenue
Arizona Horseriding Adventures
14629 W. Peoria Avenue
Betty's Trail Rides at Cibola Vista Resort & Spa
27501 N. Lake Pleasant Blvd"
27501 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy
27501 North Lake Pleasant Parkway"Horseback Riding
An iconic Arizona activity, horseback riding promises to delight riders young and old. With multiple companies offering unique horseback riding experiences on trails along Skunk Creek and Lake Pleasant, there's an adventure for everyone.
Arizona Riders
15125 North 83rd Avenue
Arizona Horseriding Adventures
14629 W. Peoria Avenue
Betty's Trail Rides at Cibola Vista Resort & Spa
27501 N. Lake Pleasant Blvd"
"The Peoria Sports Complex is a baseball complex located in the Peoria suburb of Phoenix, Arizona, USA, near Peoria's main shopping district on Bell Road. It consists of the main baseball stadium and 12 practice fields. It is one of six facilities to host Arizona Fall League games"
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Sportkomplex Peoria
16101 N 83rd Ave"The Peoria Sports Complex is a baseball complex located in the Peoria suburb of Phoenix, Arizona, USA, near Peoria's main shopping district on Bell Road. It consists of the main baseball stadium and 12 practice fields. It is one of six facilities to host Arizona Fall League games"
"Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix is a water park located in Phoenix, Arizona. The park is situated on approximately 35 acres of land, making it the largest theme park in the state"
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Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd"Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix is a water park located in Phoenix, Arizona. The park is situated on approximately 35 acres of land, making it the largest theme park in the state"
"Paloma Park Amenities:
Lighted Ball Field Complex
Lighted Multi-Purpose Fields
Lighted Pickleball Courts (4)
Open Turf
Fishing Lake
Fishing Deck / Stage Area / Event Lawn
Splash Pad (open seasonally from April 15-October 15)
Inclusive-designed Playground
Picnic Ramadas
Lighted Dog Park
Concessions Building (2)
Overlook Plaza
Multiple Restroom Buildings and Parking Areas
Orienteering and Pacing Course"
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Paloma Community Park
29799 North Lake Pleasant Parkway"Paloma Park Amenities:
Lighted Ball Field Complex
Lighted Multi-Purpose Fields
Lighted Pickleball Courts (4)
Open Turf
Fishing Lake
Fishing Deck / Stage Area / Event Lawn
Splash Pad (open seasonally from April 15-October 15)
Inclusive-designed Playground
Picnic Ramadas
Lighted Dog Park
Concessions Building (2)
Overlook Plaza
Multiple Restroom Buildings and Parking Areas
Orienteering and Pacing Course"