Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails & Nature WalksBest Parks for Outdoor Fun

South Mountain Park and Preserve

Park

4.8(9947 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 7 PM
South Mountain Park and Preserve

About

Enormous park for hiking & city views. 16,000-acre area with many trails, wildlife & a drivable road to a lookout with sweeping city views.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Sunscreen, water, and snacks
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at South Mountain Park and Preserve:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    10919 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042
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    Phone
    (602) 495-5458
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    Hours
    Monday:5 AM–7 PM
    Tuesday:5 AM–7 PM
    Wednesday:5 AM–7 PM
    Thursday:5 AM–7 PM
    Friday:5 AM–7 PM
    Saturday:5 AM–7 PM
    Sunday:5 AM–7 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop: Has assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

  • Has a tennis court: Has a tennis court
  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public restroom: Has public restroom
  • Slides: Playground slides available
  • Swings: Playground swings available
  • Volleyball court: Has volleyball court

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly activities: Has kid-friendly activities
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes
  • Playground: Has playground

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