Sun City · Maricopa County, AZ
Sports & Recreation in Sun City
Scout analyzed 60 Sun City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit sports & recreation.
Places analyzed
60
Matches
15
Typical spend
$15
Typical visit
2.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for sports & recreation
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Sports & Recreation
FAIRWAY Rec Center
FAIRWAY Rec Center is a local spot for casual sports or fitness, suitable for a 1.5-hour visit. It's likely free or low cost for residents and may involve a small guest fee for visitors.
Sports & Recreation
Sun Dial Recreation Center
This recreation center is suitable for a couple of hours of active solo or family time. It's an affordable option for sports and wellness activities, especially during the day, and could be a primary activity or paired with a meal out.
Sports & Recreation
R.H. Johnson Swimming Pool
R.H. Johnson Swimming Pool is a good spot for a couple of hours of swimming and relaxation, suitable for families or a solo refresh. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for entry.
Sports & Recreation
Palm Ridge Outdoor Pool
This outdoor pool is good for a refreshing few hours of swimming and sunbathing, suitable for a solo trip or a family outing. Expect to spend a small fee for entry and it pairs well with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.
Sports & Recreation
R.H. Johnson Recreation Center
This recreation center is good for a casual workout or light sports activity, easily filling 1-2 hours. Expect minimal to moderate costs if not a member, making it an affordable addition to a day out.
Sports & Recreation
Beardsley Recreation Center
This recreation center is suitable for a few hours of exercise or social activity, costing minimal to moderate fees depending on membership or drop-in rates. It pairs well with other local amenities or a meal before or after.
Sports & Recreation
Sun City Lakes West Golf Crs
Sun City Lakes West Golf Course is a dedicated golf outing suitable for individuals or groups. Expect to spend a few hours and at least $30-100 per person for a round.
Sports & Recreation
Quail Run Golf Course
Quail Run Golf Course is good for a multi-hour outdoor activity, potentially pairing with a casual meal afterwards. Expect to spend $20-$80 per person for a round of golf.
Sports & Recreation
Palm Ridge Recreation Center
Palm Ridge Recreation Center is suitable for a couple of hours of active, casual fun, often free for residents or a small fee for guests. It can be a good standalone activity or a way to spend a morning.
Sports & Recreation
Mountain View Recreation Center
This recreation center in Sun City offers various sports activities for residents, likely suitable for a casual solo or small group outing. Expect a visit of 1-2 hours with low to no cost.
Sports & Recreation
Lakeview Recreation Center
This recreation center is suitable for a couple of hours of light activity or relaxation, easily paired with lunch in Sun City. Costs can range from free for members to a nominal daily fee for guests.
Sports & Recreation
Bell Center (Social Hall)
Information is too limited to provide a meaningful summary of this place's fit for an outing, its typical duration, or cost. More details about specific activities or events are needed.
Sports & Recreation
Marinette Center of Sun City
The Marinette Center is good for a few hours of light activity or exercise, easily paired with errands or a meal out in Sun City. Expect low to moderate costs for access or specific classes.
Newlife
Sun City North Golf Course
Sun City North Golf Course is suitable for a 4-hour golf outing for individuals or small groups. Expect to spend $25-75 per person for greens fees. It's best enjoyed in cooler weather.
Sports & Recreation
Willow Creek/WIllow Brook-Sun City Arizona
This golf course is suitable for a 3-4 hour outdoor activity, perhaps for a solo round or a family outing. Expect to spend $25-$100 per person for a round of golf.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
What Scout found
- 15 of the 60 analyzed Sun City places fit sports & recreation.
- 93% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 100% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Adventurous.
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