I've been coming to the Goodyear Recreation Center for about a year now, and it has truly become a…read morelifestyle for me. What started as buying a simple day pass, just trying to get active again after a few years, turned into something that completely changed my routine and mindset. I have to give a special shoutout to Obie. She is honestly the reason I keep my membership active. Her classes truly challenge you, but in the best way. They push you, encourage you, and somehow make you appreciate yourself and all the hard work you've put in. Obie is genuinely such a huge motivation. Her well-being, her demeanor, the way she carries herself, and the way she teaches really inspire you to be better. She's a true inspiration. After my very first class with her, I walked straight to the front desk and signed up for a membership. Every class feels like you're transforming your life for the better. She reminds you that your best is truly enough, no matter what, and that mindset has stayed with me beyond the gym. And the community that comes with it is just as special. I'm naturally a little shy, but the ladies here have truly helped me come out of my shell. Now I find myself wishing everyone a good morning when I walk in, even if I don't know them. They're always the first to offer advice or helpful tips when you're trying a new class, and they're just so kind and encouraging. I'm so grateful I found this place. I absolutely love it.

Beautiful clean Rec center! Had a good time at the pool with my children. Someone had an accident…read morein the pool and all water areas were immediately cleared! The staff are great! Very knowledgeable!

This particular area in and around the town of Gila bend has so many sites of both ancient and…read morerecent cultural interests. Although considered a Hohokam rock art site, This area is on the extreme western edge of the Hohokam cultural area. East of the area, petroglyphs take on more typical Hohokam characteristics, while petroglyphs farther west take on more Patayan characteristics. Found here and in nearby areas of the Gila River are petroglyphs of Archaic origin. The whole area along the Colorado and Gila River has.large amount of indigenous culture from cultural markings to ruins. In terms of more recent Western pioneer involvement this area bears the inscriptions of historic passers-by. Juan Bautista de Anza passed near here during his 1775-1776 expedition, followed by the Mormon Battalion in the 1840s, the Butterfield Overland Mail, and countless numbers of pioneers. During World War II, General George Patton used this area as headquarters for tank training. There's also the Oatman pioneer cemetery. There is little protection for the area from vandals and there is some push to make the area on National Monument.

Sometimes I wonder what is that sign from the side of the road, stating Painted Rock Petroglyph…read morealong the I-8 freeway going into Gila Bend. At this time, I was curious and checked it out. To get there, just follow the sign. The road is paved but entering the Painted Rock Petroglyph it will be dirt. The entrance fee is $3 and there is a box to pay to get in. It is on an honor system. Along the area, there are desert camping amenities and camping overnight is $8. The Painted Rock Petroglyph Site is magnificent on how the first people who habitat the land recorded their living. There are more recent carvings from people who passed through the site and there are informational plaques around that tell the history of the area.

This is a really great park! Huge splash pad and a lot of grass fields for sports. A lot of Ramadas…read morefor parties and a really nice lake as well. Definitely a great family park!

What a great park in an unassuming part of Buckeye. The splash pad is good size with bathrooms…read morenearby as well as a few lockers. There are two playgrounds depending on age. The dog park is large, but when we went it was definitely too hot for pups to be out. The soccer fields are huge and I could see so many weekend games being played here. There was a huge lake with so many picnic tables, but unsure if fishing is allowed. I'd come again. My niece had a great time.

Looking for a fun, scenic adventure that almost anyone can enjoy? Head to White Tank Mountain…read moreRegional Park and take on the Waterfall Trail! The trail is mostly paved, easy to follow, and packed with beautiful desert scenery. Once you reach the end, the real adventure begins. Climb the stone steps, scramble carefully over the boulders, and explore the waterfall area. During certain times of the year, you may even find water collected in the pool below. Be sure to look up! There are two additional natural pools tucked into the rocks above your head, with plants growing along the cliffs and birds making themselves right at home. Keep watch for the local hawk that loves to perch dramatically on top of a nearby saguaro cactus. The true treasures of this trail are the ancient petroglyphs created by the Hohokam people. Many can be seen inside the protected, marked areas, but sharp-eyed explorers may spot even more etched into the surrounding rocks. They are incredible reminders of the people who lived in this desert long before us. I take nearly every visitor we have on this hike, no matter the season. It is one of my favorite places to show off the beauty, history, and adventure of Arizona! There are bathrooms and picnic tables near the trailhead, so pack some water, bring a picnic, and make a day of it!

If this is the white tank regional park that we're talking about it is amazing. Absolutely…read moreabsolutely amazing. I love it. I used to go there every morning at around six when they opened and I'd hike like crazy. I love it and the business part of it is really good lots of good people. I wish I could find some of the pictures right now that I had taken, but I can't but believe me it's absolutely stunning up there. Charlie K

I enjoy coming here during the winter and fall because the park is quiet. A few people come to…read morefish, and there is a small playground as well as a workout space. One of my favorite activities is walking around the pond and watching the ducks.

A beautiful park to walk around the lake and also take your dogs to the easy to get to and clean…read moredog park highly recommend when I. The area or if you live near by

Truly a hidden gem in the West Valley. We attended the Smoke on the Water (BBQ, Beer, and…read moreBourbon) event, and had so much fun! The event was well attended, with great local country bands, a kids zone, full bar, a cigar area (separated from the crowds) and tons of food. Bathrooms were plentiful and very clean. We camped on the shore of the lake, which was beautiful (especially at sunset). Camping is all dry camping, and spots were mostly packed gravel (though they are adding firepits and site grass areas soon). The view from our RV was awesome! As a bonus there was also boat races that weekend, which were fun to watch. The costs were reasonable. There are two wedding venues we saw (one had a wedding going) with lake views - very nice. What stood out most was how clean and well kept the entire place was. The staff was 100% customer service oriented and very hard working. They all were courteous, helpful, and fun. Nick was especially great and full of information for us first timers. This was our first time, not our last!

This is a cool spot. I would definitely recommend going to an event here. We went to Smoke on the…read moreWater where they had bands, food trucks and vendors. There was a BBQ competition that we had tickets for that but never got BBQ (as they ran out) Parking was a bit spendy, $15.00 per car. The bathrooms are awesome as crazy as this sounds. It wasn't a porta potty which I was for grateful for. It was clean, it was full of TP, hand soap and towels. For as many people who used it, I was happy Cool little spot in the middle of nowhere. I believe you can rent some water toys as well.

While driving to Maricopa, I saw a sign by the road that said Sonoran Desert National Monument. So,…read moreI stopped by and checked it out. I was studying the trail map. I was surprised, it was a large area to hike. The Bureau of Land Management manages this area. Camping overnight, off-road vehicles, and dispersed camping are allowed. Additionally, you can camp with an RV, trailer, or car for fourteen days. Make sure to check - www.blm.gov for more information about recreation use.

Love our park!! Things for ALL ages!! Volleyball, swings and a great adventure!! One of our…read morefavorites! We have lived in Verrado for 10 years, and this is a go to!

Such a cute park!! I took my daughter and she loved it. Pretty clean park and tons of parking.read more

A clean, beautiful, and unique park nestled in a residential community. It has a playground,…read morebasketball courts, a huge chair for photo ops, and plenty of field play area. I was there on a beautiful monsoon day and seen such a beautiful sunset. Definitely recommend and willbcheck out again soon.

Took my kids here on a Sunday afternoon in January. The weather was perfect at first but it quickly…read moregot warm. While there are attempts to provide shade in some areas, it's at weird angles lol the water fountain doesn't work. Other than those 2 things, we love this park. There's plenty to do with the dank court, basketball court, tennis court, open field, 2 playgrounds for different age groups, and swings. Not a lot of ramadas available. A great walking path. Parking along the street.