Pecos Community Center

(11 reviews)

27.0 mi

Came here for a Celebration Of Life gathering recently. Nice park and lots to offer in the way of…read moreplaying ball games, having an outdoor party, or just taking a stroll around the park. The Ramada's are nice and roomy enough to host more than one party or event. There are plenty of places to park too.

Front desk consistently and deliberately lies about rentals. We booked the large room for our…read morewedding under the guise that the required bartending service allowed us to supply our own alcohol as long as they were sealed. NOW 60 days out we are being told otherwise and with absolutely little care. This low on their part is going to cost us thousands of dollars. The front desk worker we spoke to today was so nonchalant and had no clue how to do the very basics of her job. To say I'm pissed is an understatement.

Patio area.

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Marinette Recreation Center

5.0

(1 review)

30.3 mi

I just LOVE Sun City and all of the Recreation Centers. Even though Sun City is an age restricted…read morecommunity, they have some activities foe grandchildren , which I think is amazing. This is one of the three pools that offers children's swim hours from 1p-4p. I wasn't sure what to expect, and I was so thrilled to find that the staff was very welcoming , even saying " We hope more children come today!"nThe pool is salt water and heated. There is also a large Jacuzzi ( Age restriction- must be 16 years old) . Like all the Recreation Centers, the grounds are IMMACULATE. There is also a fitness center, basketball and pickle ball at this location.

Jacuzzi Spa Rules

Saltwater Heated Pool

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Jacuzzi Spa

Hole-in-the-Rock

(383 reviews)

11.6 mi

As a respectable hiker, I'm not going to call this a hike but it is a cool experience. I stopped by…read moreon Memorial Day in the afternoon by design. It was 95 degrees so I knew a challenging hike would be out of the question. Something like Hole-in-the-Rock though, easy peasy. While there were a decent number of people there, I had no trouble finding free parking. This natural wonder is located in Papago Park close to the Phoenix Zoo and the Desert Botanical Garden. After you park, you'll have a five-minute walk to get to Hole-in-the-Rock. You'll have to climb an incline to get in the hole, so definitely be careful, but there are kids that do it too. And a lot of tourists that show up. So that pretty much sums it up. Once you get inside, you'll have an awesome view of the Phoenix through a literal hole in a big rock. You'll see a lot of people using it as a photo opp. That's not really my style, so instead, I took a seat and enjoyed the beauty for 10 minutes or so. It can get pretty crowded so keep that in mind if you stop by on a weekend. Hole-in-the-Rock is one of the top attractions on TripAdvisor in Phoenix. Definitely a cool (and short) adventure to cross of the bucket list. I spent 30 minutes there (which included hanging out in the rock for half the time).

A truly mystical and magical place. They close at 7:00 p.m…read more Most people try to get there later in the day to avoid the scorching 110 deg. weather and hot sun. There is a pond with tons of geese. I saw a man fly fishing.

At the top

Trail map

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1/12/25 FYI. Cool views.

Bell Recreation Center

2.3

(3 reviews)

29.1 mi

so I applied for several postions through the rec center on…read morethunderbird the main office.and went on a few interviews was never hired being more then qualified wasn't sure what was going on. but then I noticed during the day and closing shifts I never noticed any minorities while these centers are open. while sitting in the jacuzzi I was speaking to this gentleman who had just moved here and went down to apply for work he was hired right on the spot.and you guessed it I dont even have to tell you his race. I been to several rec centers during opening its sad to see what's really going on still here.

Swimming pool belongs to the community of sun City. It should not be catered for competition. There…read moreis a large public pool they could use in surprise. Bell boasts the best pools but you cannot swim in water that is only 80°! All they do is argue if you bring it up. Very unprofessional behavior by all. That lap pool is only used for swim team. This is not fair! I've also been lied to regarding the reasons for cooling the water down. I've been swimming there a long time and this is something new. I am disgusted with this and will never buy another privilege card. What a waste of money for me, I deserve a refund!

Lazy River walking track LOVE IT!

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VIPAirsoft Arena

DONT MAKE ANY MISTAKES! I accidentally shot 3 rounds on full auto in the SHOOTING RANGE and goody…read moretwo shoes spencer thought it was a good idea to make me sit out the rest of the night. BBs are crap aswell .25g??? Are you serious? The arena is even worse unless you like getting full autoed every other corner... Fightertown isnt just a place trying to take money from people for a sad excuse for a game of airsoft unlike VIP airsoft is. Go to fightertown its like 20 bucks on saturday and if you go again on Sunday its only 5 unlike vip for $36 you can get 4 hours entry and your stuff gets touched by the refs. Try better.

Old bowling alley turned into a petty cool place to have fun. The indoor range and store on site is…read moregreat

Shadow Mountain ROTC event

G&G mfg Day

G&G appreciation Day

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Dust Devil Park

(11 reviews)

23.3 mi

Dust Devil is a Park for the whole family. Great walking trail. There is a skate area, basketball…read morecourt, barbeque grills, tot lot, and open fields. There are bathrooms onsite. Accessible parking and ramps. Family-friend park!

Great park! People are really nice. Great view. Plenty of room for adults to workout and kids to…read moreplay plus comfortable picnic tables

Ramada with picnic tables (bday in progress)

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Exercising equipment

Dreamy Draw Recreation Area

(79 reviews)

19.0 mi

Excellent wilderness space; great for sport bikes and regular hikers. You can pick multiple…read moredifferent trails and the views are spectacular especially if you can't do a far trip to escape. The moment you hike into here you feel like you're transported into another realm. Love the smell of fresh cacti and the blooming flowers. Nice bathroom (loud flush) and clean place to wash your hands. Plenty of parking!

Plenty of parking upon arrival. There are restrooms that are accessible by stairs or by ramp…read more Trails are fully paved and have beautiful views of the nearby hills. The only downside is that there are two highways near this trial and the sound of the cars is quite loud .

Dreamy Draw is dreamy :) it has such beautiful and peaceful views

Scenery during hike

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Scenery during hike

Saguaro Lake

4.2

(24 reviews)

32.2 mi

The view just cannot be described in words! Check out desert belle cruises online to book a tour!…read moreYou won't regret it ! Visit Julie at the gift shop, it's adorable inside and she's so kindness

I came paddle boarding here on a Saturday evening with some friends. We parked at the Butcher Jones…read morearea. We arrived between 6-630p and the main parking lot was full, but there was another lot close by that had some spots open. Lots of people were swimming and hanging out on the beach. There were lots of boats and jet skis too. It was a really great night/sunset with the canyons surrounding the lake. Kind of a cloudy sky, but the stars eventually came out! A very relaxing time! I would definitely come back here!

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Rio Vista Community Park

(103 reviews)

26.9 mi

Excellent, huge park! Plenty of shaded playground and the splash pad is great for littles. Splash…read morepad has very little shade so I'd suggest sunscreen, hats and rash guards. The barbecues are great and it's always clean too.

Rio Vista Park is pretty much in the heart of Peoria right off Thunderbird Blvd. Super clean with…read moreplenty of ample parking. This is a great park to get access to the canal trail which is what I use it for. No issues with people tampering with your vehicle due to the volume of people who frequent the park. You can fish, use the gym, bring your offspring to the play area or get on the canal trail and bike, walk or run.

More ducks

Donald Acetone

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REI Adventure Center - Scottsdale

4.8

(207 reviews)

25.0 mi

Great service and fantastic high end bike rentals. Equipment is clean, well-kept, and top of the…read moreline. Everything you need to bike or hit the wilderness while in AZ PS - if biking trails you will need to transport your bike there (Brown's Ranch is a great spot)

Not enough can be said about REI Co-op bike rental. I was in Phoenix for vacation and rented a bike…read morefor nine days. Everything was easy, well communicated and reasonably priced. I got a solid performance bike, helmet, tire repair kit and a computer with distance and speed. I was able to install my own radar taillight and Wahoo ELEMNT with no problems. Due to covid, they didn't provide water bottles but I bought a couple from them for a very reasonable price. Drop off was simple and the staff was helpful and friendly.

Spring mountain biking in Scottsdale, Arizona

Guided Backpacking tour in the Superstition Wilderness near Phoenix

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Guided neighborhood bike tours in Scottsdale, AZ

Cactus Aquatic & Fitness Center

(23 reviews)

21.4 mi

Clean facility, ample open lanes available and pace clocks visible throughout. A couple of the…read moreswimmers were rude-one was standing right in my lane as I was coming in to the wall for a turn-otherwise, five stars

I guess people in Arizona aren't big on swimming. Took us weeks to find anywhere open in March for…read morelap swimming. We are visiting from California. We were SO happy to find this place! Only $5 a person to swim is super cheap too. Pool is outdoor and heated. We really enjoyed our swim here, everyone was super friendly. We would swim here again if in the area.

Aerobics room

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Lap swim

Encanto Pool

(12 reviews)

13.9 mi

The pool and everyone there is really nice. The music that played there is very fitting. I really…read morelike the equipment they have there like the WIBIT and the diving boards. Everybody there is having fun, which is nice. The only problem is the bathroom is pretty cramped, the showerheads are so low, and it's not the cleanest.

Completed our first swim session, and it was fantastic! The staff, especially Zion, were…read moreexceptional and worked seamlessly with the kids. I always felt confident that my toddler was in safe, capable hands. Thank you!

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Goelet A. C. Beuf Community Center

(7 reviews)

29.3 mi

Paid $20 for a 1 year membership and the gym is closed or occupied for the summer because of kids…read moreactivities/games and elders league...should be $10 instead of $20 for a 1 year membership...talk about a rip off...

This was the first time I've ever set foot in Beuf Rec Center. I went there to have my taxes done…read moreby AARP Tax Aide. I found the center to be very clean and helpful associates who directed me to the right room. The tax volunteers were fabulous, knowledgeable and fun to work with. I picked up an April calendar listing all the great things offered at this Center. I will be joining and partake in activities/events. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity.

Community center area

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Cloud House for Babies and Toddlers

4.6

(27 reviews)

23.3 mi

Wow! What an amazing find! This place is perfect for your baby or toddler to come enjoy, escape the…read moreheat and hang out with other babies and parents! Everyone is so nice. They have a separate play area for 0-6 month olds and now that our baby is 10 months she's crawling around putting all the toys in her mouth. Thankfully they have a depository and they've thought of that to disinfect the toys. This place is well worth the drive, we will be back! Reasonably priced too! It was around $10 for two hours of playtime for our baby.

Very clean and always friendly. Despite being such a small space, it's organized in such a way…read morethat the kids can move freely. The climbing structure is clean and safe, and I love that I can see into all the corners. The activity changes monthly are great, restrooms are clean, snack area is easily accessible. Would get a 5th star if they posted somewhere online about when they're closed for private parties so we didn't waste the drive. But small request.

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TeenyTown Playland

(71 reviews)

24.9 mi

I really love the idea of this indoor play center- it has so much potential. The themed rooms and…read morefocus on imaginative play make it such a fun and creative concept for kids. You can tell it was designed to be a special place, and on the surface, it truly is adorable. That said, my experience left me feeling uneasy, mostly due to cleanliness and supervision concerns. I witnessed multiple children putting toys in their mouths (which is totally normal for kids), but what was concerning was that those same toys were often placed right back into shared play areas. While I later learned there is a designated bin for toys that have been in kids' mouths, this wasn't communicated upfront, and I didn't see it being consistently used or enforced. There also seemed to be inconsistency when it came to staff involvement. Across my two visits, I did see some staff members actively cleaning up and returning toys to their proper places, which I appreciated. However, I also observed others simply picking up toys and dropping them into corners of the rooms without any real organization or sanitizing. I completely understand that keeping up with kids is a challenge--I'm a parent too--but that's where consistent staff engagement becomes really important. Another issue was the level of parental supervision. Many parents were on their phones while their kids played freely. Again, that's ultimately a parenting responsibility, but in a shared environment like this, it contributes to the overall hygiene and safety concerns. I also want to mention that I found the staff presentation a bit unprofessional, which added to the overall impression that things weren't being closely managed. To be fair, you do sign a waiver regarding illness, and I understand that no play space can be completely germ-free. However, I did end up contracting chickenpox exactly 10 days after visiting, which makes me seriously question the effectiveness of their cleaning and sanitizing practices. Overall, this place is incredibly cute and full of potential. With more consistent staff involvement, clearer communication, better sanitization systems, and encouragement for parents to stay engaged, it could be an amazing environment. Right now, though, it falls short of what it could and should be.

Highly recommend this delightful play land!!! Our 3 yr old grandson loved everything here, and…read morethere is a lot of different experiences inside this space!!! So glad we have something like this out in the west valley for littles to enjoy!

Train station

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Construction Zone

Seth Korey Tennis Academy

4.8

(86 reviews)

20.2 mi

We signed up our daughter for the whole summer. 7 weeks in she's still loving it. Her tennis…read moreskills have really improved and she enjoys the variety of activities each week.

The best summer camp! My 5 year old son loves playing tennis and going on field trips.read more

All the vans coming back for the kids exciting field trip day!

Fun day post camp!

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Tarie H.

13 years ago

I send my kids to the summer program at Pecos Community Center and I just have to say that Darvis runs an EXCELLENT program! I love the activities and field trips they offer and all of the staff is fun, outgoing and professional. Thank you so much for making my kids' summer vacation so much fun! read more

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