We're so lucky to have these beautiful hot springs in our backyard!! We rented the sunset private…read morehot spring for an hour and it wasn't enough! It was clean and the perfect temperature at about 98 degrees. The woman that helped us was helpful and very informative. She also volunteers for time to keep the hot springs, nice and clean. The bathrooms are very clean and look newly remodeled with cute lights. I can't wait to go back and try out the other pools. I would say don't listen to people that haven't been there in a while because they've definitely done a lot to improve their facilities.

I'd give it a four, save there are situational problems…read more First, the grounds are cool, a nice calm place. There are several food trucks nearby. There are private tubs and a communal tub. Starts at $40/person, which is HIGH. High for the tepid 98F water temp. High for the incessant flies. The communal hot tub area is clean, and we felt safe. There are showers, and their restrooms are good, too. But the water wasn't even hot tub warm. And the flies could drive you crazy. I'd like to rate it higher, it's a cool, calm, and happy place with various types of tubs in the communal area, which is nude only. But for $40, I could sit in a river without the flies, downstream from view, nude, and be happier. There's lots of parking, fuel nearby, something to eat, but despite its proximity to Phoenix, they could buy some fly strips and heat the water.

A most exquisite and magical destination. If you're looking for pure relaxation and fabulous food…read morefrom morning to night , you're in good hands at Castle Hot Springs. I celebrated my 50th birthday three years ago and the place is incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating. The attentive staff makes this place very special. Istvan and Ian and Rafaela at Harvest were particularly delightful and the farm fresh food is just incredible! The Hot Springs are very soothing, relaxing and reinvigorating. Don't expect a TV in the room as they are absent. If you just wanna relax and catch up on your sleep or read a good book with no noise to be found, this is a place for you. The 7 mile dirt road to the resort is very scenic and you are likely to find burros along the way. Definitely need some kind of suv for that part. Or if you have no object to spending money, then take the helicopter from Scottsdale airport to whisk for a 20 minute ride to the resort.

(I'm AZ native local) My review:…read moreEhhhh....i guess I'd recommend it to people from out of state if they are REALLY REALLY interested in trying hot springs and hiking the desert mountains. The property is absolutely beautiful.... gorgeous to say the least. Superb customer service no doubt!!! Every employee on property was a delight to chat with, whether it's the cool farmer who's growing the vegetables, the housekeeping, service or upper management, everyone is extremely pleasant. My only "issues": - Hard to find the value at a price point of $100+ per hour for every hour you are there. - The food was slightly underwhelming. Not bad by any means but doesn't hit the mark commensurate with the price. (All the vegetables are amazingly tasty!!) - for a resort, it's a little too rigid in terms of having to plan each individual activity....i am i'll go with the flow semi spontaneous type of person so it didn't really fit my vibe but those who like to play in their day out this would be great for them -every "room/cabana" should have a bathtub that is large enough for two people. - too many à la carte activities at a very premium price. We didn't partake in those activities so I can't speak on those but the Farm tour was nice and complimentary thought the customer is still paying $100per hr to be there. The only reason I'm not giving this five stars is shortcomings in value for the price as well as almost every activity is à la carte and expensive. The staff at Castle Hot Springs is amazing, kudos to all those that are working hard; it's seen and appreciated.

Wanted a HotTub for a very long time and visited a few local stores closest to Goodyear( live up in…read moreEstrella ) . Decided to visit Southwest Spas's website and decided to visit in Mesa ( because they have been in business for 40 years ). We were greeted by Jasmine and gave us the tour of their spas with spas with different sizes and options. One of the Spas worked for us and Jasmine gave us a great price . Henry ( Manager ) called us and gave us a further discount( after seeing a picture of our Cane Corso Rescue, Henry loves dogs ) and arranged Nick to install delivery and electrical (220) the next day. Five outstanding individuals delivered and Spa was working perfectly. They took their time to demonstrate chemicals to maintain water clarity. Yes, Nick was outstanding! Always go with a Business that's been there for 40 years!

Pleasant and professional staff. Very helpful and no pressure approach. They are willing to…read morepatiently answer questions.

This place was amaze balls. I was feeling beyond burnt out and got a fortuitous last minute invite!…read moreJust what the Dr. ordered! What can I say? The food was all amazing and they have such fun relaxing activities to choose from. I enjoyed scallops, lamb, duck, and farm fresh vegetables. The hot springs were a perfect temperature. Unfortunately it rained a lot the last full day and the springs got drained which was disappointing but the nature and staff are unmatched to any experience I've had and I travel quite a bit.

Highly recommend this place. So romantic and we loved the hot springs. The food was superb and it…read morejust is so nice to get away and disconnect. Not good if you're pregnant as the hot springs are the main draw. They have three different ones but we preferred the hot one :)

The Desert Botanical Garden is always a great place to go for a walk and experience the beauty of…read morethe desert. Every visit feels a little different depending on the season, and it's amazing to see all the different desert plants, wildlife, art installations, and water features throughout the garden. My wife especially loves coming here for gardening inspiration because this is one of the best places to see what actually thrives in a desert environment. One of the things that keeps us coming back is how often they rotate exhibits and events throughout the year. If you live nearby, a membership is absolutely worth it because just a few visits will pay for itself. Earlier this spring we visited during the FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse installation, which used 3D scanning technology to document desert life. The huge digital displays scattered throughout the garden added such a unique modern contrast to the natural scenery. They're currently hosting the Garden: After Dark exhibit with light installations integrated into the trails and cactus gardens. We visited during the daytime so we haven't experienced it firsthand yet, but it already looks incredible. Another highlight is the permanent Dale Chihuly glass exhibit near the entrance. If you're a fan of glass art or Chihuly's work, you'll definitely want to spend time checking it out. A few tips: definitely bring water, especially if you're visiting during the day. Thankfully there are several refill stations throughout the trails and plenty of shaded seating areas to rest. There's also Gertrude's near the main entrance along with a café deeper in the garden for snacks and lighter fare. The gift shop is also worth browsing before you leave. One of my favorite parts of every visit is the wildlife. On this trip alone we saw prairie dogs, quail, woodpeckers, doves, hummingbirds, and even a roadrunner. It's such a peaceful and beautifully maintained place that never gets old no matter how many times you visit.

The garden is always such a nice place to experience nature, get inspired for gardening and outdoor…read moredesign, and get a little walk in. They do such a nice job with all of it! They also hold events all through the year. I definitely recommend a membership if you're close-ish. I come often and it's definitely worth it and supports a great organization. If you see volunteers at any of the tables throughout the garden, take a moment to stop! They have interesting information and its fun to learn new things from them. The short guided tour is also worth doing.

The waterfall trail is amazing!!! Beautiful scenery!…read more This trail is so cool, not the hardest hike but great for most people. If you are looking for longer hike do the Black Rock Trail.

Great place to hike. Part of trail is paved. Nice bathroom facilities. There was a food truck with…read morehot dogs the day I went. Plenty of parking. Pet friendly.

Admittedly I had come here doing less research than I should've. I read some reviews about it being…read moreclothing optional, hippie, dirt road drive - but that was about the extent of my knowledge. I started the drive and it took more about 1-1:30 hours along the dirt road to get to the hot spring. I would've expected that this isolation from humanity would yield less people. I had taken a Tesla and this was for sure a mistake. A good amount of the road was washboarded - a result of too many vehicles and a lack of maintenance. One way to minimize this was driving toward the edges of the road. Anyway, my car was able to make it most of the way perfectly fine. But at the last 5 minutes the road got really bad - just right above the campsite. There was a sign saying that 'Nudity prohibited' - I'm guessing a result of large tourism, but nonetheless a sad statement - especially when looking at the reviews it used to be a popular for nudists. A few people choose not to abide by that government overreach, myself included. Finally, I managed to get to the bottom with a few hits against the bottom of my car. The campsite was very full. I luckily managed to find a spot next to another car. I walked along the River using the coordinates of Google maps as my guide. I found a spot where I could swim across. The hot springs was not that big and you can barely see the river directly from it. There's also a bunch of algae floating around. Had some great conversations with the locals and went back to the camp. Many cars drove in late at night parking next to me. I generally got the sentiment that there was way too much demand for this hot spring. The next day I went to the hot springs again and there were so many people that there was no space and people were standing outside for a spot - that's how busy it was. So I give this an below average rating: decently cool spot, way too busy, and not that big/poor water circulation.

Horrible place, don't come here, it's too long and far. stay home. No need to try to make it hear…read moreif you are from out of town. stay in your hotel room. LOL If you decide to visit this paradise, please have a 4x4 or a high clearance vehicle. Ignore all these horrible reviews from these morons who have never been and can't appreciate working a little hard for something that is worth it. Had one of my best days ever here.

We like to come stay here for a few days when we need a change of scenery. It's really beautiful…read morehere and not a far distance to travel. The back in spaces are compact but they are spread out so you feel like you have some privacy for others. Really nice picnic tables with a roof over them too. No sewer hookup tho, which is a pain, but they do have dump stations on the way out. You can only stay here maximum of two weeks. They also have a lake side campground just on the other side of the road if you prefer lake views The lake is really low water level right now You are just about a mile from the scorpion Bay, Marina and restaurant Ice $7 for a 10 lb bag. Rates for this time of year are about $32/night. Electric and water included.

I Love coming to Lake Pleasant, always have. I grew up in Phoenix so this was a go to place all…read moreyear. There's so many spots to set up, relax bbq or just eat prepped food and enjoy the water and scenery. This place takes you away from the city and it's a vibe. I will be coming back here for a birthday celebration on a boat. This is a great place to bring your family and friends, you will occasionally see a donkey here and there. Stay safe, stay Hydrated. Enjoy.

If I could rate out of 100, it would be a 100…read more Lawrence truly has a way to make every hike feel special, takes everything into account when planning and is always perfectly prepared for anything. Absolutely a one of a kind experience, I especially love that he documents everything so well and I'll always have a fun video and crazy cool photos to look back and remember.

I went on my first adventure with Soaring Eagle Adventure Arizona and was so impressed! The whole…read moretripped was so well planned and I had the experience of a life time! Lawrence made me feel safe and comfortable every step of the way and was so supportive. I would 10/10 recommend anyone to go on a Soaring Eagle Adventure. I have created life-long friendships and memories that I will cherish forever. I look forward to going on my next adventure, exploring so many new wonderful places and to *Soar like Eagles!*

FYI: If you're planning to go during the government shutdown, you can't drive all the way to the…read moreparking lot -- it's about an 8-mile hike (a lot of it on gravel). But honestly, it's worth every step! Just when you think you've reached the falls... you haven't. Keep going! The road in is pure washboard -- about 13 miles of bump city -- so make sure you have a 4-wheel drive and that nothing inside your car is loose. Fossil Creek is absolutely stunning, and bonus -- no permit needed after October 1st. The other thing says this trail is easy. No, it's not to be careful if you're taking somebody elderly over that doesn't have good mobility because there's some rocks you had a climb and what not also make sure you take plenty of water to drink and a little snack everything you pack in your pack. I would also suggest leaving the house by three 330. No later you don't wanna be hiking in the pitch dark.

I didn't know anything about this place beforehand. If my boss had never been here and my cousin…read morehad never told me about the Permit, I would've made a wasted trip. I wish I knew more before going. I need to know more information about how things work at Fossil Creek. Even after going, though we enjoyed ourselves, I still don't know how it works. There were no signs telling you where you can access trails to get to the creek. You just had to guess. I found a trail at our Homestead parking lot, but it was very steep and a little dangerous. We found a spot okay in the shade but was very small for our party of 6. We worked so hard getting down there that we just made it work. After leaving we went up the road a little way in our vehicle to see what the other spots looked like, but I saw no bridge or easy access from The Bridge parking lot either, and the road was just way too bumpy. I hope my wife's suspension is okay on her Mazda CX-5. The information before going should've told us about the road and what to expect, basically how to plan. It's all a guessing game. I could've asked the Ranger lady more questions, but I didn't know what to ask. My boss made things sound different. Apparently you can't drive people to the waterfall trailhead anymore. You have to walk over 2 miles on a dusty dirt road in over 100 degrees with vehicles driving by kicking up dust. That makes no sense whatsoever. We enjoyed our time at the water. Everything else leading up to it and after it we could've done without. I don't see us coming back unless we have someone with better suspension and/or better knowledge of the area. Thank you.