Maricopa County, Arizona All Parks & Recreation Events Feed Update

Hassayampa River Preserve Learn all about the many edible plants found in the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Derik. Click on program title for more details.

White Tank Mountain Regional Park Come along with Ranger Shaun for an easy walk through the desert and enjoy the pleasant, if cool, winter weather.

White Tank Mountain Regional Park A morning walk to the waterfall with Ranger Shaun to get the blood pumping and appreciate our cool winter mornings.

Lake Pleasant Regional Park Learn all about the Sonoran Desert and explore less traveled parts of the park during this guided hike with Ranger Derik. Click on program title for more details.

White Tank Mountain Regional Park Meet at Area 4 parking lot. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to remove invasive plants as a proactive step toward ecological restoration and to reduce wildfire [...]

Cave Creek Regional Park Join Ranger Nikki for a heart-pumping workout and to learn about our fascinating Sonoran Desert. Click program title for more details.

Usery Mountain Regional Park Learn all about the Sonoran Desert as you hike through the night in search of nocturnal creatures with Ranger Derik. Click on program title for more details.

Estrella Mountain Regional Park Join Ranger Shaun on a desert trek and grab some miles for your 100 Miles in 100 Days hiking challenge while learning about our ecosystem! Click program title for more details.

McDowell Mountain Regional Park Enjoy scenic views as you search for early signs of spring flowers with Ranger Nikki. Click program title for more details.

Estrella Mountain Regional Park Meet at the park’s Nature Center. Join us in removing invasive species and reducing wildfire risk in our parks.  Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative [...]

Hassayampa River Preserve Learn all about the aquatic species that live in the Riparian Habitat found at Hassayampa river Preserve in the nature center with Ranger Derik. Click on program title for more details.

San Tan Mountain Regional Park Join Ranger Shaun to explore the desert and pick up some miles for your 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge! Click program title for more details.

Hassayampa River Preserve Learn all about the edible plants found in the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Derik. Click on program title for more details.

San Tan Mountain Regional Park “Over the Hump” Mountain Bike Ride:   Interrupt your work week with a good ole fashioned trail ride.  Trails are flowy with some moderate climbs and downhill descents, a few technical areas: advanced-beginner to Intermediate skill level. First trail spin at night? Our rides are [...]

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about a variety of desert and riparian plants. Click program title for more details.

Usery Mountain Regional Park Join community volunteers Jim and Judy Taylor as we explore Amigos Wash at a slow pace for birds, plants other animals we might encounter. Click on program title for more details.

Lake Pleasant Regional Park Taking place each year on the third Monday in January, the MLK Day of Service is the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service – a "day on, not a day off."  In honor of Dr. King, Lake Pleasant is hosting a clean-up event to remove trash and litter.  Event [...]

San Tan Mountain Regional Park Saturday MTB “Shift into Saturday”:  Shift your gears into Saturday with a good spin around the park. Grab your mountain or gravel bike and helmet then join SanTan Shredders for this No Drop pedal fest. Bring water, snacks, and an extra tube. Arrive 10-min early for check in. See [...]

San Tan Mountain Regional Park “Over the Hump” Mountain Bike Ride:   Interrupt your work week with a good ole fashioned trail ride.  Trails are flowy with some moderate climbs and downhill descents, a few technical areas: advanced-beginner to Intermediate skill level. First trail spin at night? Our rides are [...]