Outdoors · Phoenix · within 25 miles
Trails, water, views and reasons to spend the day outside.
Guided hikes, kayaking, rafting, Jeep and ATV tours, biking and horseback rides.
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Trails, parks, lakes, preserves, gardens and viewpoints.
Botanical Garden · 7.5 mi
4.8(23,073)
Spend 2-4 hours exploring 140 acres of desert plants. This is a great outing for families, visitors, or a solo nature walk, with ticket prices around $20-30 per person before any dining or gift shop purchases.
Camelback East Village
Park · Free · 7.2 mi
4.7(12,944)
Papago Park is ideal for a 2-3 hour outdoor adventure with hiking and scenic views like Hole-in-the-Rock. It's free to enter, though attractions like the Phoenix Zoo within the park have their own costs, making it a budget-friendly option.
Park · Free · 7.5 mi
4.8(10,109)
This park offers trails for hiking or a scenic drive to a city lookout, making it good for a half-day outdoor excursion. It is free to enter, though vehicle access hours are limited, and pairs well with a meal afterward.
Nature Preserve · 20.4 mi
4.8(7,553)
This nature preserve is a free outdoor activity, great for a 2-hour walk with family or a solo bird-watching session. It can be paired with a nearby lunch or breakfast spot.
Park · 10.6 mi
4.8(7,335)
A visit to McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park usually lasts a couple of hours and can cost around $5-10 per person for rides, making it a good activity for families with young children or as a relaxed morning or afternoon outing.
South Scottsdale
Park · 7.7 mi
4.6(10,457)
This park is suitable for a family outing, offering activities like a splash pad, boating, and athletic fields. Expect to spend 2-4 hours, with costs ranging from free to around $10 for activities like boat rentals.
Zoo · 20.7 mi
4.5(12,463)
This is a full-day family outing, perfect for a weekend adventure. Expect to spend 5-6 hours and around $50-$75 per person after tickets and food. The park offers a mix of animal exhibits, rides, and feeding opportunities.
Nature Preserve · 8.4 mi
4.8(6,205)
This nature preserve offers various hiking trails with desert flora and views. It's a free activity for families or solo adventurers, typically lasting 2-4 hours, and can be paired with a picnic.
Whole days outside, sequenced by Scout.
Start your morning tackling the steep, rewarding summit trail at Camelback Mountain for sweeping views across the Valley. Afterward, head just a few miles south to Chelsea's Kitchen to refuel with taco plates and green chile burgers on their shaded canal-side patio.
Start your Phoenix morning with an invigorating hike up Camelback Mountain's Echo Canyon Trail, offering stunning desert vistas. Afterward, refuel with a delicious breakfast and coffee at a nearby cafe.
Embark on an invigorating hike through the beautiful desert landscape, soaking in the scenic views of the Superstition Mountains. Afterward, treat yourself to fresh, affordable baked goods, sandwiches, or pizza .
Spend a sunny afternoon letting the kids burn off some energy at Dust Devil Park's playground and splash pad. Afterwards, cool down with some delicious ice cream or donuts for a perfect family treat.
Start your morning with an invigorating hike along the granite slopes of Pinnacle Peak Park, taking in sweeping views of the Sonoran Desert landscape. Afterwards, head south to unwind at Echo Coffee, where you can recharge with organic, in-house roasted coffee and fresh pastries.
Spend a peaceful morning exploring Discovery District Park, enjoying its trails and lake without spending a dime. Afterward, grab an affordable and satisfying lunch at Joe's Farm Grill, known for its fresh, fast-food-style American fare. Finish your outing with a leisurely stroll through Epicenter, an open-air area with shops and often live music, perfect for people-watching.