Small desert animal-themed playground and short nature trail for those unable to climb to Hole In The Rock. Or just watch the waterfowl on the pond—very tranquil. Only the trail to the “Hole” was busy on a weekday AM. This is a great place to go for a short hike. It is scenic and right next to the botanical gardens, with a good location in Phoenix.

2021年2月21日 · A familiar shot of hole in the rock from across the lagoon in Papago park, this time at night when the stars were out. Location: 33°27'12.834" N 111°56'44.526" W. Follow me on Instagram @medic1480. View and purchase photos from this feed on my website: medic1photography.com

Papago Park is one of the most scenic and easily accessible desert areas in the Phoenix metro area. Explore its 1,500 acres filled with hiking and biking trails, picnic areas and lagoons. Papago Park is also home to attractions including the “Hole in the Rock” hike, Desert Botanical Garden, the Phoenix Zoo and AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park.

Papago Park is home two of the regions most visited attractions, the world-class Phoenix Zoo and the stunning Desert Botanical Garden. Additionally, the park boasts an archery range, orienteering course, Papago Ponds fishing lagoon, the Hall of Flame Museum , Papago Sports Complex , and the Papago Golf Course , home of the Arizona State Sun ...

Stroll among massive red sandstone boulders in this urban hiking and recreation hotspot. If it wasn’t for the glass skyline across the river, visitors might think hiking Papago Park was more like walking on the surface of a red planet. The buttes of Tempe create a geologic dreamscape near the north bank of Tempe Town Lake.

Papago Park is one of the most scenic and easily accessible desert areas in the Phoenix metro area. Explore its 1,500 acres filled with hiking and biking trails, picnic areas and lagoons. Papago Park is also home to attractions including the “Hole in the Rock” hike, Desert Botanical Garden, the Phoenix Zoo and AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park.

2025年1月6日 · With Phoenix’s city lights in the distance, Papago Park offers a surprisingly good spot to observe the night sky. On a clear night, you can see constellations, planets, and maybe even a shooting star or two.