I was somewhat distracted this morning by the sunrise and cloud formations. I had to stop and look…read moreat them. Photo opportunity. The rest of the walk was cool and enjoyable. Had to get the walk done before it got too hot. They have their own parking lot.

Lovely park with loads of info about the flora and fauna of the Sonoran desert. It's in Cave Creek.read more

The park is well maintained and there is a good bit of parking near the trailheads. With the new…read moreyear, it is $10/car to enter or you can purchase an annual pass that covers all of the Maricopa County Parks (this is a great deal if you live here and enjoy getting outdoors). It has probably been ten years since I was last at this park -- mostly because I live on the opposite end of the Valley, but I still remember hiking the Go John Trail from twice that long ago. (Back then, we didn't have Internet-based recommendation systems or online trail guides, so we relied on books or the maps provided at the ranger stations.) That trail is no joke and the climb was a bit of a surprise as it has roughly 849 ft of elevation gain with some 10-15% grades over the course of nearly 6 miles. The elevation gain means some really nice desert views. I was here this time for a trail race, which is not run by the park, but we used the facilities and trails, which were well maintained and amazing to run on. I had a family of deer run across the trail about 100 yds in front of me on the home stretch of the race. I recommend all of the Maricopa County Parks and this one is no exception: each one has its own character and they're all worth visiting.

Slate Trail is a really enjoyable hike with classic Sonoran Desert scenery--towering saguaros,…read morerocky hillsides, and wide open views that make it feel peaceful without being remote. Parking was easy, and I appreciated the clean, convenient restrooms at the trailhead. That said, I do think the trail is slightly misrated. While it's listed as easy, the rocky footing and a few stretches with noticeable incline push it more into easy-moderate territory. It's absolutely doable, but hikers should be prepared for uneven terrain and some effort, especially if they're expecting a flat stroll. I brought my walking stick, and I'm glad I did. Overall, this is a beautiful, well-kept trail and a great way to experience Cave Creek Regional Park. With a more accurate difficulty rating, it would be a near-perfect hike.

Anthem Community Park is honestly a beautiful, well-maintained park. The ambience is great, it's…read moreclean, and there's a huge variety of equipment and sports areas. I'd give the cleanliness and overall park quality a 10/10. There's something for all ages, and it's easy to spend a whole afternoon there. The train is definitely cute and fun for kids, but it's a bit overpriced at $5 per ticket, even for a one-year-old. Unfortunately, our experience with the train staff really took away from it. The woman taking tickets was extremely rude and didn't speak to us at all -- no hello, no eye contact, no thank you, nothing. It honestly felt like she didn't want to be there or interact with families. I was trying to make it a fun moment for my child by having them hand over the ticket, but they actually got scared and hid behind me. The woman selling the tickets, on the other hand, was very kind and welcoming. The park itself can also get very crowded, and we noticed older kids sometimes take over the younger kids' play areas, which can make it hard for little ones when there's roughhousing or inappropriate language. That's not really the park's fault, but it's something to be aware of if you have small children. Overall, it's definitely worth visiting at least once because it's a beautiful space with tons to do. I personally prefer smaller neighborhood parks for a calmer experience, but Anthem Community Park is great in terms of facilities. The biggest areas for improvement would be crowd management in the play areas and better, more family-friendly staffing for the train.

Was in the area today and had seen an insta post about this park so we visited it! It is so nice…read more They have nice ponds, a little veterans memorial, huge playground, and a cool little splash pad! We've had some bad experiences with wasp infested splash pads lately but this one was not bad at all, I think I saw one flying around. Definitely a good amount of shading here, making it nice for the summer. My son had a lot of fun and this park was super clean and not overly crowded. Would definitely recommend and will come back again,

Awesome Father's Day at Tonto Bridge! Got there at 9am when the gate opens and even when we left…read morearound 11:30am on a Sunday there were plenty of parking spots still available in each parking lot. My husband had my 17 mo in a baby carrier and we did the whole loop. We spent a little over 2 hours here. Some parts were super slippery even without water present, esp more towards the bridge, but wear hiking boots and be sure of your footings and you're going to be just fine! Take your time. Stop every now and then and just look up. It's beautiful all the rocks and mountain cliffs. It's beautiful the whole loop trail. Under the bridge the breeze and spray from the water coming down is a treat after being sweating. We saw plenty of young children take on the rocky trails. If you can physically, do the entire big loop. It's worth it.

We are a little too unstable to try the various paths down to the creek, but we did walk on the…read morepath to the four viewing points of the bridge. We got there at 9:30 and the parking lot was almost empty. By the time we left, it was hopping. So from our perspective, the best time to go is early. Of the four viewing points, number one is best for the view of the bridge and number four is best for a view of the waterfall. The park and paths are well-maintained and the person in the gift shop that took our money was incredibly helpful and cheerful. We highly recommend this park.

I live within walking distance and use the park every single day! It's nice to have some grass for…read moreour pup and a friendly place to interact with the neighbors. The park is four acres in total with a large grass area, kids play area, spray pad, tennis courts, basketball courts, and two picnic ramadas. There are also restrooms, drinking fountains, and bike racks. The parking area is off 93rd street, but you can also access the park by walking from 92nd place. The park is for residents of the Troon North and you will need a key for the restrooms and tennis courts (available from the association). If you come in the mornings or afternoons, expect to see lots of activity. If you live in the area and haven't been to the park, you are really missing out! Great facilities and stunning views of Pinnacle Peak.

We've made so many great memories here over the years. Half of the year we are here three days per…read moreweek for soccer practices and games. One complaint would be the little round sticker things that cover the kids and have to be picked out one by one. Also, the bathrooms not having doors is annoying, we can live with it, but they run out of tp often. Other than that, it's a great park with a large grassy field, basketall courts, playground, some, sand and a many covered picnic tables.

Very nice desert park. Playground area, basketball court, bathrooms, open fields and a nice…read moremeandering path to walk through. Especially appreciated that Desert Willow Park has numerous desert willows!

This park offers a tranquil setting and appears to be primarily utilized as a space for dog owners…read more There isn't much pedestrian activity in the area. The tennis courts are not open to the public and are maintained by the community adjacent to the park. It's unclear if there are distinct sections within the park or if it's all interconnected, but there is a playground located to the north of the tennis courts, which attracts many children.

This park is beautiful and very well-maintained. Has a pavilion, basketball, huge dog park,…read moresoftball Field, a path to walk around the park. Not quite used to the cactus and the type of trees here but they are absolutely gorgeous, so green. I WOULD go back.

It was a chilly morning for a walk and semi invigorating. There was a group of dog walkers there…read moreplaying fetch with their furry critters. I did a few laps before leaving. Parking in the neighborhood and in the park.

Large grassy area in the middle of the desert... so it's the place to be! Paved path all around so…read moreit's great for daily walkers and large enough for everyone so it's not too crowded. The playground is kept up and covered. The tennis courts are always busy. A few restaurant options right next door. The only cons are lack of parking and no bathroom.