This was an hour drive for us and it was worth it. Very clean facilities, had a few interactive things for the kids, and it was wonderful to study ancient civilizations. A wonderful time! Cost $5 but it was worth it!

This is a hidden gem on the Historic registry. Please visit and support. Not only beautiful but spiritual and by far one of my favorite places. Great gift shop as well and very reasonably priced. I can’t wait to go back!

I've been through Globe many times, but just learned about these ancient Salado ruins. They have lots of artifacts in a small museum and you can walk through the ruins. Fortunate it was declared a historic site before developers could bulldoze all of it. Part of the original site has already been covered by a park.

Thrilled that we were able to visit. Highly recommend. Amazing, Beautiful history.

Beautifully done depiction and restoration! And, the botanical garden replicating native varieties of food and plants grown was also lovely.

The Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum in Globe is a great little adventure for a sunny day and a reasonably priced way to step back in time. The museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the Salado culture, which thrived between 1225 and 1400 CE. The experience doesn’t take long but is packed with insight. Visitors start with a short video explaining the site’s history, then explore a collection of artifacts, pottery, and woven items before heading outside. The partially reconstructed ruins offer a unique perspective, with a walkable trail marked by informative signs that bring the past to life. And the botanical garden showcases native plants used by the Salado, adding another layer to the experience. Handicap accessible and pet-friendly, it’s a great stop for history lovers looking for an easy yet engaging outing. The site delivers an educational look at Arizona’s rich archaeological heritage. Adults are $5.00, Seniors (65+) $4.00, and Children (12 and under) are free. Hours: Daily 9am-4:30pm

Very interesting experience. Actually learned a lot about the early southwest. I had no idea they lived there so long ago. And the pottery work was next level. Was a really nice visit. Very cool.

What a very nice museum and the folks there, so, so pleasant. Right off the main road, easy access. We sure enjoyed the exabits and stories they told. The fellow at the front desk gave us free tickets to the 1910 jail in Globe so that was very kewl! Make sure you drop some money in the donation box when visiting!

If you're driving through Globe. I highly recommend stopping in. First off its free to enter they gladly accept donations but most of all, what a way to see into history. There is so much history packed into this little museum! The volunteers were friendly! The payphone even works and it's free as well! My kids enjoyed that the most learning how to use rotary dial and to actually be able to talk! Lots of good history to explore and learn! I have been twice already!

Very interesting mine town and even buying book about Globe to further read history. Sorry the woman who was showing us around too talkative and kept us moving. I came to enjoy not just listen to what she was interested in. If I wanted questions then it would have been better. Donation was a great way to ask. instead of admission.

Nice escape from the Phoenix heat! Our visit to Gila County Historical Museum was our final stop of our day in Globe. We were met at the front desk by two local characters who were quite entertaining! This historic building houses many rooms covering the history of this mining town. There were rooms with clothing worn and household items used in the day, assayers' tools, and other historic mining artifacts. Included was a glass display case with samples of the ore and rocks found in the area. Don't miss the Native American prehistoric pottery room! We wandered freely through the many rooms full of displays. When we were there (July 2022) they are holding a raffle for handmade quilts, art, and gift baskets. I highly recommend this interesting museum! Don't forget to ask for a free Apache Tear (obsidian) found locally! Admission is a suggested donation of $5. While you're in Globe, make a day of it! There are good restaurants among the old buildings in the historic district and multiple other historical museums to visit, including old courthouse (now Center for the Arts), the old County Sheriff's Office and Jail which is located behind the Arts center, and Besh-Ba-Gawah Archaeological Park/museum.

One of the best museums I have ever been to. I highly recommend that if you ever visit Globe AZ, you visit this museum.

Excellent museum that far exceeded my expectations. I was expecting it to be ho hum, but I spent almost an hour there, and I could have spent more if I wanted to further read everything. Once you come in, the room in the middle has an actual vintage phone, and the docent was so kind to show it to me. There was also some an old wagon along with some other old phones. To the right, there was an exhibit room on life back then and further ahead- a model stable to showcase Western times... and finally at the end - a model historical bedroom. Loved the presentation and it really felt immersive. Walking back to the middle room, you pass by a small side section on Native American pottery and lifestyle. Then, as you proceed to the left side of the building, there were several small rooms. Within them, I got to see old clothing, other vintage items, mine rescue equipment, etc. There was just so much to see and digest. Wow, I'm blown away! More people should definitely visit this museum!

Interesting information here. Read the plaques for more info. Enjoyed the visit.

Gorgeous but we did not spend enough time there!

This really was not quite as scenic as I was thinking it would be. We drove from Phoenix and the most beautiful part was the stretch through the mountain canyon between Superior and Globe. This wasn’t really worth the trip. We had planned to continue on to Show Low but decided to cut our losses and head back.

So beautiful. We stopped here, on our way home. Didn't really expect to see such beauty. Ofcourse, you can't question God's creation, it's so beautiful.

Wow! We were avoiding the interstate and ended up here. It was such a beautiful drive - and a total surprise.

If you need to get out of the house for a leisurely drive, this is a pretty place to do it. Lots of lovely desert scenery with the river and mountain valley. There’s a big turnout north of the river called Becker Butte Lookout that I never noticed had a plaque until we stopped to snoop over the edge. There are smaller turnout or unofficial stopping spots to look around. There used to be a terrific little rest stop with a bathroom right at the river bridge, with lovely views under the bridge. Not sure why they closed the whole area and cut off the little walking path and parking lot. I’m hoping they reopen it at some point.

Beautiful view and you can take pictures the whole ride

The is a beautiful drive I was driving alone and almost wrecked many times trying to get pictures of it. Haha just kidding

Best use of a Tuff Shed ever! Great look back at Americana of the last 100 years and some Superior AZ history as well. Drop $5 in the donation box - it's worth it!

This was a fun spontaneous stop! It's free and it's interesting.

For the novelty of World's Smallest Museum it's a good place to visit. The items they had were interesting.

Cute little place. Lots of random artifacts for such a small place. Everything from rocks, to local history, to old computers. We got a good laugh and added a picture to our adventure. I recommend stopping just for the sake of taking a peek. You then can say you have been to the World's Smallest Museum!!!

A waiter poured water on me

It was closed when we came. There are no times posted anywhere and we looked around outside only to have someone hiding inside yell at us to get away. Lol.

We had burgers and Fry's, both very good. The Fry's were nice and crisp with great flavor. The burgers were also tasty. Our servers were friendly. The exterior area could be neatened up a bit, but I wouldn't let that prevent us from stopping in again.

The rangers were very knowledgeable and friendly. The bathrooms are clean, and there's a nice little warning about scorpion sightings to remind you you're in Arizona :-) There is a baby changing table in the women's room, which I found extremely helpful. They have a water filling station too, with filtered water. The hike starts in the station with a couple of flights of stairs, and you go out the back to the steep, but paved trail. There are lots of benches and places to sit along the way! There are a few trash and recycling containers as well. Trash cans on the trail, and recycling at the station. We didn't know when we went, but the trail closes at noon, even though the rest of the park is open until 4.

Amazing views. It was neat to see the cliff dwellings and think about the people that lived in the area so long ago. Friendly and knowledgeable rangers and staff. Also clean bathrooms and ample parking. Be prepared for a vertical hike, though it is a completely paved path to the top with ccasional seating but no shade.

We did the guided hike up to the Upper Cliff Dwellings at Tonto National Monument, and it was incredible! The hike itself was beautiful — stunning views, fascinating history, and such a unique experience. Our guide was super knowledgeable and shared so much insight about the people who once lived there and the surrounding landscape. We booked our tour about 8 months in advance, and I’m so glad we did because spots are very limited and fill up fast! Definitely bring plenty of water and a snack as it gets warm and there isn’t much shade. I’m a bit out of shape, but the group was good to stop every so often to rest. Highly recommend this experience if you love nature, history, and hiking!

Hot, hot, HOT! Bring water and a hat! It's also a rather steep walk up, I had jelly-legs by the time I reached the dwellings. Absolutely worth it though, being able to walk through the ruins, get up close to some saguaro cacti. Beware the jumping cactus, some of it is very close to the edge of the path.

These cliff dwellings are a must-see with beautiful views and a solid workout on the way up. The trail is well maintained, the rangers know their stuff and there are plenty of spots to pause for photos. It’s cool to learn how many different cliff-dwelling communities existed across Arizona, some going back to the 1100s.

Warning to all visitors....Today is 10/21/25. While googlemaps says this is closed the NPS says all is open except foe the dwellings. We assumed the NPS website had the latest greatest info but in fact google maps does. The entire park.is locked up tight so if you read the NPS website that the park is open with the exception of the dwellings, don't believe it. Google Maps is correct with it being closed. Too bad rhe parks own website is less accurate than Google Maps about its hours.

It's beautiful and your allowed to enter and look around this site. Be aware it's a intermediate level hike but worth it 100% be sure to bring water and contribute any way you can

Roosevelt Lake/Dam Awesome views and scenic routes all around the lake! What's better than enjoying a nice lake in 109° AZ summer weather!

Best lake in az. Water is always perfect, lake is huge and deep, there are several usfs campgrounds along the lake. We like to stay at the schoolhouse campground usually not so many people there and they have a boat launch and large campsites. No power or water but bring a generator you’ll be fine.

The lake is beautiful! There were a lot of access points, and there were lots of people boating. The views were amazing, and there were a lot of spots to pull off and take photos. There are also a lot of saguaro on the hills.

Great place to camp, boat or spend the day. At only $8 A day to camp. Just remember that it's dry camping services are limited unless you go a campground. But do worth it to camp on the water. There are some local lodges available to.

The crappie are starting the bite so we camped a few nights at cholla campsites. The spots are $24 to $40 per night. Clean bathrooms. Close to loading ramp. Water pump available.

The campground we stayed at was Cholla. It was very clean and well maintained. The water level was really high while we were there, but we managed to find a little spot to ourselves for swimming. The sites are nice and level. The bathrooms are in great working condition and they were cleaned often. It was a rather busy weekend. Wish we could've gotten out on the water.

Beautiful lake but not much shade. If you're on the water in the summer I hope you have a bimny and drinking water.

I’ve lived in Arizona for almost 20 years and this was my first visit. It’s a beautiful park and I can’t believe I waited so long. Many areas to see, so many that you probably won’t be able to see them all in a single visit. I definitely recommend walking the large loop trail through the canyon as that’s the most scenic area. The trails are all very well maintained and pretty easy to walk. If the weather is cool enough, just about anyone can handle them. I would plan on spending about three hours to see all of the best areas. If it were closer I would certainly consider getting an annual pass.

This is one of those must see places. It’s more like a nature hike than a straight botanical garden so bring good walking or hiking shoes and some water. Well behaved dogs are welcome too. Great views and some AZ history along the way. If you are lucky you might see some Coati’s who live on property.

My favorite botanical garden in the state! Its always such a pleasant experience and the grounds are immaculate. Become a member to save $$. There's a lot to see. Ive been many times and always find something new. Easy trails to hike and follow, nice facilities and gift shop. The park employees are always gracious and very helpful. Definitely worth the drive.

This was my first time here and I was so impressed I will be purchasing a yearly membership the next time I go, which hopefully will be soon. It's great for a half day hike, we only did a part of it and found so many interesting things. I posted pictures on Google earlier. Had an amazing day with my friends and I highly recommend visiting this place. They also have plants for sale and a reasonably priced gift shop!

We went to Boyce Thompson Arboretum over the weekend. It is located in Superior, Arizona which is about an hour away from us. We live in the East Valley. You can bring your dogs to explore with you. Reminder to bring your own poop bags, water and a secure leash. We enjoyed the hiking trails along with the gardens with different region themes such as South America, and a garden with plants that attract butterflies and humming birds. They offer shaded areas and seating through out which helped us take breaks and enjoy the views. It is truly an experience that provides many opportunities to stop and take in beautiful landscape and photos. We plan on coming back since there is more left to explore. The admission to enter is $24.95 for adults and youth (13-17) $10 for children (5-12), and free for members and children under 5 yrs old.

Highly recommend a visit. The drive is lovely and parking is easy. We intend to visit often so the dual membership made sense. Check in with or purchase tickets @ front desk/ cashier. If you have membership then use telephone number. Collect/photo a map. We arrived at 4:30pm and went to Ayers Lake to catch the golden hour and take photos. Gorgeous gardens and reflections from the small lake. This trail closes for the night exhibit. We loved to chase the almost full moon photo shoots in this visit. The night flight exhibit was delightful with sculptures lit from beneath. The trail is lit and easy to follow. Assorted healthy plants are available to purchase as you walk in and its well priced. Nice gift store and friendly staff. Bring bug spray for sure, hat if its a day hike. Hot chocolate in a flask and something to snack on at night if desired. Comfy shoes. It started to get cold as the evening progressed. Enjoy!

I am amazed that this arboretum has every facility and exhibit to connect with nature and fully enjoy the environment. It has beautiful views from the Ayer lake and the suspension bridge is beautifully designed. This was my second time and my children ages 5 and 8 were able to do the entire arboretum loop (given many rest stops and snack breaks) Make sure to pack snacks and a big water bottle. There are refilling stations along the way. We saw some adorable coatimundi hanging around Scavenger House this trip and were amazed how long they hung around! Highly recommend this place as a day trip from Phoenix. About 80 min drive from Scottsdale to the arboretum. There is also a great children’s garden activity area best for toddlers age.

This monastery is so beautiful and spiritual we felt like we were in Greece. We did not know what to expect but were amazed with the entire self tour. Absolutely breathtaking chapels and grounds. My husband and I met with the priest that married us 36 years ago so it made our visit even more special. We also ate lunch with the monks and residents, so awesome. Come dressed according to the website requirements. Everyone should visit once in their lifetime.

For this place, everyone goes for the road for some reason, but I will share what I did like is a fact that it is so peaceful and quiet there and you certainly do feel some energy if you’ve ever been I would suggest to read up on the elder that formed that place pretty interesting story I strongly recommend you to go religious or not. You never know I am certainly glad I visited and I will be back. Also, please note they have a limited supplies there for the monks so as a nice gesture, I would make two suggestions one is easier to call and ask what they need and bring as you can or visit and ask and come back

A peaceful and deeply spiritual place surrounded by stunning desert gardens and traditional Byzantine architecture. The monastery offers a unique glimpse into Orthodox monastic life, with serene walking paths, chapels, and friendly monks who welcome visitors with warmth. Modest dress is required, and it’s best to visit with a quiet, respectful spirit. A hidden gem in the Arizona desert.

Visiting St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Monastery in Florence, Arizona was an absolutely unforgettable pilgrimage. From the moment I arrived, I felt as though I had been transported to Mount Athos itself — the peaceful atmosphere, the reverent silence, and the deep sense of holiness that fills every corner of the monastery grounds. The monks’ hospitality was heartwarming. Every visitor is welcomed with genuine love and care, and you can truly feel the presence of God in the way they serve and interact with everyone. The services were beautiful and profoundly moving — filled with Byzantine chant, incense, and prayer that touch the soul. The food was simple yet delicious, prepared with care and love. Each meal reflected the monastic way of life — humble, healthy, and nourishing, both physically and spiritually. Walking through the monastery gardens, chapels, and courtyards, surrounded by palm trees, fountains, and the stunning desert landscape, I felt completely at peace. It’s a place where time seems to slow down, allowing you to reconnect with God and yourself. I left renewed, inspired, and grateful, carrying with me a deep sense of spiritual refreshment. Whether you are Orthodox or simply seeking a place of stillness and beauty, a pilgrimage to St. Anthony’s Monastery is truly a life-changing experience.

We saw this passing by one day and i put it on my “Must visit” list! Today we took family to go check it out and No regrets! They do have a dress code, women long sleeve shirts and long skirts with head dress thing (not sure exactly what they are called. BUT they do offer shirts, skirts and head dresses there to borrow to wear during your visit which was very awesome! So beautiful the churches and the history and facts! I do wish the map was a little more updated and easier to read. There was also allot of construction and loud noises going on which took some of the peacefulness away from visit its self. I do understand they are building but maybe laying off construction during saturday Sunday with most visitors would be nice if we came again! Very sweet people and worth the visit! It is free parking and free entry! :)

The first stop for our journey in AZ and to ask for a blessing. A few of us inquires, catechism and also baptized came as day visitors and not pilgrims. Enjoyed learning how the water was found and the monestary was built. The grounds feel astonishing and at peace. Would have loved to stay as pilgrims for a time.

Blessed place, blessed to be able to get to this Monastery. Full of Greece everywhere and all there are ready to provide you with information and love! Εξαιρετικό μέρος!!!

My trip with Phoenix Wilderness Adventure was better than I could have imagined . Very experienced, knowledgeable, and professional guide. Our guide David made sure we were comfortable and safe . Got to see lots of wildlife and learn about the Sonoran Desert. Definitely recommend

Fantastic experience that makes you confident in your safety while still offering a true adventure. David is a wealth of local knowledge and will curate and customize your day to make sure everyone has a memorable experience!

David is amazing, felt so safe and equipped with his leadership and guiding! He made the adventure so fun and pleasant! His calming presence and great way of teaching made for an unforgettable experience! He shared so much info about the territory’s history, plants and animals! He loves nature and protects it while he shares it! Definetly book him as your guide and the overall experience will not disappoint!

Secluded adventure in Parker Canyon: Our Parker canyon guided tour was truly a breathtaking and exciting experience. David is amazing, he is very well qualified and super friendly. He loves animals and nature, ask him about his birds! When you go into the canyon you get the feeling that you are alone and on a real adventure. The tower walls almost hypnotize you with their beauty. This tour is strenuous but worth it. You will be exhausted but sublime with happiness at the end. If you are fit and in reasonable shape take this tour. After you are done rappelling the rock scramble out is solid.

Fantastic!!!! My sister and I love climbing and being outdoors. For Christmas my parents gave my sister a canyoneering trip for two and she invited me. So much fun! We had originally decided for Parker Canyon but heavy rains made us change our plans and we went through Hog Canyon! I would definitely do it all again and highly recommend Phoenix Wilderness Adventures. We met David at a parking lot and followed him to the Canyon. David set up the rappels and climbs up. He was very knowledgeable about the wildlife, plants, conditions, and skills.

This was an awesome experience!! You spend a lot of time in the ATV on the way to the canyon and back because it is about 17 miles each way. The ride through the canyon was amazing, and on your brief stops, the guide was great at explaining things. The views are incredible, but take advantage of the goggles and bandanas for the dust.

First and foremost with the GOOGLE GPS, trust it! When you go down that road just slow down. Also when you make the turn at the starting point, its empty and you should see one person with a trailer of ATV'S. Go to him. you may also see some people busting off guns too. Don't be alarmed. The starting point doubles as an outdoor shooting range. So the trek into the canyon is absolutely stunning. Mr Ray was an excellent tour guide. He made sure we were o.k hydrated and had snacks. He tailored the tour to our pace for us to take pics and allowed us the ask questions about anything that was on our minds. It was more like we were hanging out this this cool old guy from Chicago that does cool things. The pics included in this review does not do it justice of being there. If you enjoy riding, this will be extremely fulfilling.

Bill was an excellent tour guide. Trip was super fun with BEAUTIFUL scenery. Bill had a lot of cool information at all the stops along with water and candy bars. Had a blast. Thanks.

My husband and I did the 4 hour tour through Box Canyon and I highly recommend it!! We had so much fun and the views were amazing. It was definitely a highlight of our Arizona trip. We had Ray as our tour guide and he was very informative and very friendly. The company provides everything you will need like helmet, goggles, gloves, ect. 10/10 would Recommend. If we are ever back in the area we will be doing the tour again.

Great tour, Ray was a good guide. The Canyon was beautiful and fairly quiet which was nice. I was hoping for a bit more info on the local area and info about the flora and fauna. Quads were in great condition, no issues with googles or bandanas. We rode double, we recommend that as one person can drive and one can take photos. Was worth the $.

Really enjoyable trip. Good value for the money. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Canyon is not as spectacular as Antelope but easy to get to. The scenery is very nice and the petroglyphs are worth seeing. Trail can be dusty so wear the goggles

Bill was awesome. We had a great time. Very pretty.

Beautiful place to go with your family! The scenery is top notch and the weather is nice and sunny. This is also like a museum considering the fact that there are old parts of the scenery from thousands of years old. The wildlife is vast and there is a couple of birds of prey here. Totally recommend all day! P.S: Keep an eye out on the rams in on the cliff side!

Very pleasant dinner cruise. Staff friendly and helpful. Great scenery, good music. Dinner was better than average (bbq ribs AND chicken - large portions. The 16 mile drive to and from Hwy 60 in the dark was a little hairy. Allow lots of time to go slow.

This cruise had unbelievably gorgeous views with great narration by the captain. We saw the Canyon Lake area including much desert scenery and stupendous mountain views! We even lucked out and saw a bald eagle on her nest and a group of Bighorn sheep! 10 out of 10 stars. A must see!

April 5th 2025 Being an Az native, I’m sad to say I didn’t know this entertainment existed. I learned about the “sunset dinner cruise”from my mom who is actually friends with “Dolly” the original owner. The new owners kept the name and Dolly is still representing the company with enthusiasm. My wife and I did the sunset dinner cruise and boy did it not disappoint! Captain Ron was fun, knowledgeable about the lake and its history, the staff on board were attentive and hustled in our meal distribution. The food was excellent! The sites were amazing and stunning. We saw a lot of big horn sheep on the cliff face and witnessed up close 3 blue herons flying low across the water. For the price this was a fantastic way to spend the evening with my wife.

We had been staying in Apache Junction for the winter and decided to take the Dolly Steamboat cruise on Canyon Lake. The regular cruise is 90 minutes long and takes you around the lake and back. The canyons are impressive and beautiful. I understand you sometimes get to see sheep, but we had no luck on this outing.

I had a great time on this short afternoon cruise. You get to see beautiful views along the way as you listen to the history of the place.

This experience was amazing. The only reason I’m not giving it 5 stars is because my friend and I almost got stranded with no ride back to the city and didn’t receive any help from the staff. They said it happens often that a ride share will drop people off only to leave them with no cell service to arrange for a ride back. We were refused access to WiFi at the ticket booth and had to find a shop that would offer WiFi to customers only. If you journey out it’s a great experience just make sure you have a ride back because you won’t get help finding one!!

Love this lake! Great views and love to visit tortilla flats!

Beautiful lake. The windy road to get there isn't pleasant, but that probably adds to the charm and not as many crowds.

Stunning views, clear water and a great place to do a variety of water activities or just enjoy a leisurely walk. Route 88 is also a breathtaking road with views to die for! I will definitely be back!

Might be my favorite Lake in Arizona Canyon Lake has it all Rent a boat Fishing is great Sights are amazing Get ready to see Mountain Goats, Deer, and more There are so many types of fish too Easy to get to, lots of parking options We bring our own boats often too

We take our jet skis to Canyon Lake all the time. It is beautiful and we enjoy all the beaches to hang out at.

This place is my favorite, I dont go on weekends I like to go during week spend all day return home late night is amazing color with blue green terracota and musical birds, great to spend days here. The beauty is undescribable. My family always enjoyed, you will need a national forest permit if you are 65 years old go for your discount at the national forest office.

Always a wonderful time at the Boulder Site at Canyon Lake! Great views, clean beach & wonderful memories. The drive up is gorgeous too! Get your parking pass before you get there so you can snag a parking spot quicker!

Avoid the high-numbered camping sites! The scenery is amazing, and there's enough space for large RVs, but if you reserve a site in the high-number loop, you will be far away from the bathrooms (about half a mile - on a dirt trail!) And won't have WiFi reception... So it's 5 stars if you are near the bathroom and the WiFi, 3 if you are not. Oh, yeah - make sure you take a site with power connection, especially in the hot season - an AC is a must during the day, but generator hours are really limited.

Picturesque Arizonan Desert and oh so HOT! Bring plenty of drinking water. Incredible sunsets with park proximity to an old ghost town. RV spots not terribly close with water and electric with dump station on the way out. Dog friendly, but lots of prickly things off the pavement.

Ten bucks to park and worth every penny. You get clean trails, friendly staff, and some of the best hiking views in Arizona. I hit Flatiron while I was there, and it was absolutely phenomenal. The climb hits hard but rewards you with views that make you forget how much your legs are complaining. The park is spotless, the trails are clearly marked, and even the bathrooms were clean which is rare enough to deserve a shout-out. Bring water, snacks, and a camera because every turn looks like it should be a postcard. If you live in Arizona or you’re just passing through, go here. Hike, explore, get dusty, and enjoy one of the best slices of the desert you’ll ever see.

Camping prices went up to $50/spot, which, without sewer, is steep in my opinion. We stayed in the 75-104 loop and I don't recommend it for big rigs - it is right. There are also no restrooms on this loop. We appreciated the trails, restrooms were clean but a bit run down. Note that there is very little shade in the campground or on the trails so be prepared with water, sunscreen, and hats.

Camped here. Lovely campground, beautiful views and hikes. Showers should be cleaned daily, but they are not. Arizona State parks have increased the price of campsites ..... services should reflect that.

Great park! Iconic mountains and beautiful place to hike because every view is worth it. There are camping grounds and picnic areas. The trails are marked and there are good places to take pictures or overlook to enjoy the view. Definitely worth the visit for a $10 entrance fee.

Other than the gate that closed on us at 10:00pm and we arrived at 10:03pm and there was no gate code, let that be a warning to everyone! This park is incredible and a great place to stay. We also recommend Goldfield town across the street as a short day trip.

Tourist trap. The staff was friendly. The building didn't feel authentic. I bought the combo tickets - mine tour, mystery shack and train ride. Mine tour was informative, interesting but short. The mystery shack does not allow you to carry babies in and when I bought combo tickets at mining tour booth they failed to tell me that even though I made sure to ask questions about having a baby. Train was was neat ride and the conductor had great stories! I'm a sucker for gift shops but didn't buy anything because it felt too over priced. Bathrooms were clean. Overall worth checking out at least once.

It was a very cute town. They have fun people on the train ride and mine tours with lots of interesting facts. We ate at the Saloon and they had live music. Lots of gift shops! Free to get into Ghost town and wander but $10.00 and up for everything else. We had a great time. Beautiful view of the Superstition Mtn.

After watching this mining town on ghost adventures and tfil overnight Elton it was awesome to check it out in person. The tour guides were awesome in listening to people and their experiences. Actually using an EMF detector and letting us have moments in silence to interact with any entity. *Only issue is there should maybe be a age limit for the night tour because there were a few children that would keep interrupting silence moments or just talking and didn't want to be in the dark which was a little disruptive. The town looks like it would be fun to check out in the day time

This place was so cool. Had a blast with my family. Handmade crafts. Stories and fun shoot outs in the street. Lots to do.

This place is pretty special to me, a place we visit to just relax and enjoy our desert beauty and embrace the Wild West feel. Don’t let the touristy vibes deter you. The shops are fun and the food is simple but tasty at both the quick service and the Mammoth Saloon. I usually go to the snack bar and save room for scooped ice cream and FRESH (you can smell them as you walk up) waffle cones. Make sure to bring some sun screen and ability to take some time to take the train or mine tour. Also, parking lot is dirt and unmarked, just to give a heads up. To my experience, people are usually really cool with lining up and leaving room. Have a great time!

We had a fun day at Goldfield Ghost Town and Mine. We toured the mine to see how gold was mined by hand. We saw a wild west shootout. We rode the train around town. And we walked through a mystery house. We really enjoyed it.

The town is well worth stopping at even tho its a tourist trap. It has some great food, russlers, cowboys and "Ladies". Just alot of fun. $$

I am a stickler for random things and history is my love language. While the museum itself is quite small the lot itself has some great items. I came specifically to see the Elvis Presley Memorial Chapel that was donated years ago and moved from its original location at the movie lot it was at. My mom was the biggest Elvis fan and this chapel was part of his only film ever made where he did not sing. If you’re an Elvis fan you know that’s a big deal. They now hold weddings and other events here. It looks great outside. Inside it holds some movie memorabilia etc. fun stop and my mom would’ve loved it.

Small and quaint museum. We enjoyed the story about the lost duchman. There are some interesting and historical exhibits to look at outside as well. Nice array of items in the gift shop. There are a few sit down spots to watch a video.

15 acres site with several different attractions. The Elvis chapel from the movie Charroland the Apacheland barn which were both moved from the original movie set from there original location off Kings Ranch Rd in Gold Canyon. There is a small museum and gift shop. The museum covers the local history of the superstition mountain and Lost Dutchman mine folklore. On certain days during the mostly the fall /winter season they have local historians talk about the history of the area. The visit should take about a hour or two at the most.

Enjoyable and a fair deal on Groupon. The inside museum was very well designed and has great descriptions. The grounds were also nice, with a very touching memorial at the back to those lost on the mountain. Sadly, the train exhibit was closed, my primary reason for visiting, so that left me frustrated.

This visit is about going to the Superstition Mountain Museum. The museum was a treat and well worth the time we spent there. There is much more to see than the few photos. The one thing I wish I would have taken a picture of is the Spaniards' Conquistador chest plate, helmet, and sword.

Nice little museum with a little bit of 'everything,' and the grounds have some fun little things too.

I love this place! Such an iconic western vibe. The Elvis chapel with the Superstitions nestled in the back really bring out a random mix and twist of beauty. The museum is actually very well done and articulates the early western films that were created near the Superstitions. It was surprising to see actor boot prints in concrete on display. My kids were able to pan for fools gold and we watched a cowboy shootout; what a fun family place!

I've been to a few dinner shows, and this was probably one of the best ever! Let's start with the food. I was expecting "cafeteria style" average food. Nope! It was a very delicious pot roast with mashed potatoes, cooked carrots, salad, and a dinner roll. Oh, and did I mention they also had BBQ pork ribs and BBQ chicken? I've never been known to shy away from food and your homeboy had the meat sweats! Oh man, was dinner good!!! They also had THE BEST root beer I've ever had and I consider myself a root beer connoisseur! My wife had the most amazing root beer float. Then, the show was absolutely fantastic. I play in a band so I know how difficult it is to play with that many musicians and all the different genres of music. These musicians were incredible! I was amazed at their technical skills from the steel drum, to the slide guitar, to the brass instruments, to the violin/fiddle players... I could not believe the talent level. I am hooked and am planning on taking family and friends to future shows!

Oh my!! Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would be as good as it was. From the quality of the food, the attentiveness of the wait staff to the awesome show, I was flabbergasted! I couldn’t get over how talented these music professionals were. Mind blown! I would love to come back during the holidays and experience this once again. Definitely recommend!

The food was okay, the show was okay. My hold out is the price and that they ask you to be there quite early compared to when food is served or the show starts. So hopefully you go with people you want to talk to for over an hour while you sit and wait. I think the music/show was a little more geared to the baby boomer generation. As a millennial I didn't mind the music, but I kept going back to the cost versus taking my wife to a steakhouse and a movie. I had to go back to my google timeline to see how long we were there. 4 hours (11:30 - 3:30)

If you are looking for dinner and a family oriented dinner show, please attend. This location is supported by the Barleen family providing an amazing meal with live entertainment. Five stars.

Variety show was amazing, such talented vocal and instrumental! Toward the end they sang version of Amazing Grace. It was so well done and the audience obviously loved it! Should have been the Finale!

Absolutely a wonderful experience! We took family that where in town. They loved it. The food is like home cooking. Roast beef, mashed potatoes, carrots, roll,salad, cake. Plenty of coffee, teas, lemonades. You can purchase alcohol separately if you'd like a drink. Plenty of choices in alcohol. The entertainment spectacular!

This place is amazing!! Saw their Christmas show tonight and oh wow, do they ever put on one heck of a show. They had the whole place jumping. The staff and performers are so friendly and sweet. The Barleen family and friends are so talented.

Archaeology is an interest of mine, and I make sure to set aside time to visit any place that preserves ancient history, whenever one is nearby. A visit to Phoenix, Arizona meant an opportunity to visit Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. This monument preserves the structural dwellings of the Hohokam people who lived and thrived in this desert area. The centerpiece of this attraction is the big house, which is only partially intact, as some of it has eroded over time. There is a roof that was built in more recent times, presumably to help protect the structure. It looks a little odd, and certainly not natural, but I get why the National Park officials did this. There are other, smaller structures surrounding the big house, plus educational information available as you walk around. No one is completely sure what this structure was used for but, given the presence of holes in the sides of the structure that align with the solstices, there is a good chance that astronomy was part of its purpose. The parking lot at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is large, and there is a visitor’s center and bookstore. One thing to keep in mind is that the visitor’s center may not be open when you visit, for example on Sunday’s during part of the year. But the monument itself will still be open for exploring the structures, even if the visitor’s center is locked. Casa Grande Ruins National Monument isn’t very big, and you can be in and out in about an hour or so. It’s certainly a site worth seeing, and a good side trip option for archaeological lovers who happen to be in the Phoenix area.

Drove to Ruins on Monday Oct 6th. Got there 10 AM. Although the park website and NPS app state that the Visitor Center is open, the park is in fact closed. I can understand that the park is closed due to the government shutdown, but please update the information to state that it is. Hopefully this post will be helpful to others who are looking to visit during this time.

I have been visiting this site since I was in school in the 1990s Good location for a day trip from Phoenix and Tucson There is a lot to learn here Visit at different times of year to get an idea of life year round back in those days Check out the gift shop too, many cool items there you won't fi nd other places

Interesting and informative national monument with intriguing artifacts. Excellent film that runs regularly. Nicely appointed gift shop. Well worth the trip!

Beautiful ruins. Easy access to walk up to. Informative signs. Clean public restrooms and no fee. Picnic benches and some shade available if you'd like to sit or eat.

The visitor center isn't open on Sunday which doesn't make sense. Why close on most people's free day? The signs are also confusibg. I walked to the ruins, and realized the way I walked had keep out signs.

What a find! Randomly turned down the access road to this monument to see what it was all about. It was beautiful, historic and well worth the stop. Free to park in the ample lot and walk through the exhibit. The adjacent museum has great artifacts and information along with AC, flush toilets, and a few snacks. Accessible for wheelchairs to the monument, as well.

Really enjoyed this tour - very informative and fun to see the cotton in the field. My family has been in Casa Grande for decades, and I always saw the cotton fields but didn’t know anything about how it is grown and processed. Glad to support a family-owned farm!! We need them to survive!

We were pleasantly surprised what a great time we had on this tour. Nancy was so full of information. We all learned so much about cotton farming and local agriculture complete with a "hay ride" tour around the farm. I recommend this tour to everyone, visitors and locals.

Nancy was a great host and tour guide. Learned a lot and had fun!

Went on tour with Nancy Caywood today. It was fantasic. She is incredibly knowledgeable and we are from the north it was only 10 years ago that I saw a cotton field. She taught us ever aspect. She is a rock star when it comes to the cotton industry.

What s blast... thank you.. informative, interactive, clean, and fun. We went as group and learned about things that are real in our lives.. would recommend the tour to anyone.. thanks for the twinky and laughs.. hands on to 5 generations of history in the cotton and agriculture industry. Top shelf!

Fantastic Tour direct from the Owner. You really get a chance to see the effort, economics, and love of the land during this 2 1/2 hour presentation and tour. See the equipment, hear the process, feel and smell the cotton fields (actual picking cotton) touch the raw and finished product. Learn from using all 5 senses. A great day trip.

Great place to learn about cotton growing while having a great time. Nancy and Al put on a very well put together program. This was last day to go see the cotton field but will still be having tours.

Extremely fun and totally worth it if you love adrenaline! Everyone hypes you up through your nerves and the vibes were great. I do recommend going with someone but I’m sure going alone is still great. The whole way down is beautiful and absolutely stunning to see. Personally I loved it so much and will most likely go again. I went for a birthday trip and honestly the best birthday present I’ve had.

"At the point of maximum danger, there is minimum fear." What an incredible experience diving with Zane Jackson. His calm and cool personality made it possible for me to be relaxed. He gave just enough instructions to absorb and feel comfortable. The actual jump was incredible .. total exhilaration. Despite my earlier concerns, the free fall was my favorite part. Excited to go again. If I find myself in Arizona, I will be looking for Zane to take another dive with me! Be certain to ask for Nate Rogers to take your pictures and video. He did an incredible job as well. Take a leap of faith .. what are you waiting for?

If you want to skydive you need to go to the professionals at skydive az. They are a team of great people there everything is safety first. I have made two tandem jumps there and it was the time of my life. Zane, Alaska and Todd the photographer are very polite and professional. I also include all the other part of the team are professional also. So quit thinking about it go to skydive Arizona for the time of your life. Thank you skydive Arizona for the time of my life. I will be seeing you again.

It was my first diving experience and it totally awesome. The staffs were nice, friendly and divers are very knowledgeable. Totally recommend. Great vibes 😊

I have never been around so many people that are so professional in my life. This is a top notch company that makes sure that your day is something you will never forget. I plan on coming back every year and doing a tandem jump.

Took our first jump here. The staff was amazing. They took away the stress and anxiety. Before I knew it we were free falling! I highly recommend going at least once, you will not be disappointed!

What a great experience, Zane made me feel so calm and safe. Can't wait to jump again in the near future.

This event was well worth the money! We had a great time! The paintings were fun and easy to complete. My husband and I enjoyed wine and a tasty charcuterie board of treats while painting. We are eager to attend the next “Paint and Sip” event. This made a great date night, but there were groups of friends and families attending and painting as well. Everyone left with smiles on their faces.

The Queen Creek Olive Mill put on the most beautiful baby shower for my daughter! From the first conversation to the day of the shower, Erika made the entire process effortless for us. The decor was whimsical just like my daughter wanted and the food was outstanding. Everyone that attended commented on how fantastic this venue was. The Queen Creek Olive Mill went above and beyond my expectations. I highly recommend having your event with them.

Why am I just learning about the Queen Creek Olive Mill?! This place was such a cool experience! I went there just to check out what they had to offer, and I was so pleasantly surprised to see they served food and had a nice little nook aesthetic going on. I had unfortunately already eaten before I arrived, so I didn't get the chance to indulge in their food, but their menu options looked great, and I'm genuinely eager to go back soon just to try them out! The whole atmosphere was fantastic, and to me it felt like a wonderland. Please don't be like me and think that just because it says "Olive Mill," that's all they've got - not at all, they are serving up so much more! Not only do they have just about every type of olive oil, flavored and non-flavored, you could think of, but they even had a section where you could shop for alcohol, and I forgot to mention for my coffee lovers, there's a coffee stand! Beyond the dining area and incredible variety of products, I believe there's more to the property than what meets the eye, you can probably do some exploring around there as well. This place is definitely a unique and delightful destination. If you're looking for something a bit different but with a lovely setting, definitely check out Queen Creek Olive Mill. I'll be back for that food!

Locally very popular, offering a great selection of olive oils and olive products with abundant samples for tasting. An eclectic menu and reasonable prices draw large crowds at dinner time, so arrive early. While the line was long, counter service was quick and our order was ready in about 15 minutes. Everything was delicious, including the panko encrusted fish, pizza, pesto, and pulled pork. It's easy to see why the Olive Mill is a favorite.

Beautiful grounds for a day trip from Phoenix area. The store has many oils, vinegars, tapenades, wines, jams, kitchen supplies, and spa items. They even have a refrigerated meal area to take their foods to go! We took the tour ($8 in 2025). It was a nice introduction to the history of The Olive Mill and the oil making process. After the tour they offer several food and dessert options. This will be perfect when the weather cools and you can take advantage of the outside fireplace seating. Would make a perfect wedding location if they offer that service.

Erika and her team were amazing at me and my husbands marriage ceremony and reception. They made sure everyone ate and offered to serve me and my husband food. They were super nice and respectful. If we could have another marriage there we would do it all over again here. Affordable and you can decorate it however you want! Thankyou guys for making the night so special for us :).

Very quick tour of olive mill area. Nice lunch and olive oil shopping. My spouse said, I enjoyed the visit. Glad they had shipping to the house.

This is a great place to visit with a 7-year-old! Since it's a local attraction near our home, we decided to check it out, and we absolutely loved it. There are so many things to see and do—train rides, a petting zoo, and a playground, all of which our child really enjoyed. The train ride costs $5, but the petting zoo is free. The baby goats were so adorable, we couldn’t take our eyes off them! The playground is also well-designed and fun for kids. Just a tip—it gets very hot in the afternoon, so we recommend visiting early in the morning.

This is the email we sent to the Schnepf Farm employees and did not receive a response back. I believe in allowing companies to try to make it right before negatively impacting their company by posting a negative review. Tomorrow will be a full week since we went to the farm. Please see the details below and make your own decision based on the information you have received. Respectfully, Juli Crowder Dear Schnepf Farms Team, We are writing to express our disappointment and frustration with our recent visit to Schnepf Farms. On Friday, we drove 30 miles each way—60 miles round-trip—with our toddlers, eager to spend the afternoon seeing the farm animals and enjoying what we hoped would be a wholesome family activity. Unfortunately, our experience fell far short of that. Before visiting, we researched your website earlier this week and were aware that a special event was scheduled. However, nowhere did it clearly indicate that the remainder of the farm—including the animals and the train ride—would be completely unavailable to guests who did not purchase event admission. It simply stated that there was an event, leaving us with the impression that regular farm activities would remain open. You can imagine the disappointment (and toddler-sized heartbreak) when we arrived only to be told that nothing—no animals, no train ride—was accessible. Instead, our grand farm adventure amounted to buying 50-cent suckers in the bakery. Needless to say, this was not the afternoon we envisioned. To add to the frustration, the representative at the gate was curt and unsympathetic, repeatedly insisting that “it’s on the website”—all while failing to actually locate any such clear notice when pressed. This lack of empathy was discouraging and only amplified the frustration. In contrast, the staff in the bakery were genuinely kind and apologetic, which we sincerely appreciated. Ultimately, what should have been a fun and memorable family outing turned into a long drive, disappointed toddlers, and a feeling of being misled. We hope you will consider clarifying your website communications so that families do not have to waste both their time and their children’s excitement in the future. Sincerely, Juli Crowder and twin 3 year olds who didn’t get to see the “parm” animals.

As someone who values working farms and loves supporting local businesses, the annual trip to Schnepf Farms is always a highlight of the fall season. The 2025 Pumpkin and Chili Party was no exception, providing a genuinely wonderful afternoon spent with my family and friends. Frankly, it manages to be way more fun and authentic than the massive, commercialized state fair—or any fair, for that matter. What truly sets this event apart is the combination of genuine farm atmosphere and quality offerings. The kids had an absolute blast, easily spending hours enjoying the rides and attractions, which are perfectly geared towards family fun. It’s easy to settle in for the whole afternoon without hearing a single complaint! From a food service perspective, the offerings were outstanding. The variety was good, but the undisputed star of the show was the signature Pumpkin Chili. It was truly delicious—a perfect blend of sweet and savory that hit all the right autumnal notes. As a chef, I was particularly impressed that the farm certainly didn't skimp on the portion sizes and delivered great value across the board. They understand that hungry guests need generous, satisfying food, and they delivered. The only thing that Incan really criticize is the corn maze. While the concept is fantastic, the layout left something to be desired. It felt less like an engaging puzzle and more like a simple walk-through. If the team could work on designing a more complex, challenging, and engaging maze path, it would elevate that attraction significantly. Despite the easily fixable maze issue, the Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party remains an exceptional fall tradition. Between the delicious, quality food, the fun attractions for the kids, and the sheer pleasure of spending a day on a respected working farm, it earns a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It’s an essential autumn outing in the Valley.

The first 2 times I went I was not impressed but that was soooo many years ago. Today we went back to the pumpkin chili festival since we have kids now and they are of age to ride rides. It was so fun. I loved all the improvements and the souvenirs are so fun. I bought so much schnepf merch! I love all the tiny stores. Very neat! All the lighted walk ways. Just everything was so nice and fun. Very cozy. Staff very nice and helpful and friendly. My kids are begging to come for Christmas! I also really appreciate the paper map! Other farms dont have the paper maps!

This was my first visit here, I drove 3 1/2 hours to enjoy this beautiful farm. I had an absolutely amazing morning, what a beautiful farm. My breakfast was enjoyable, I bought rolls to bring home for friends, the peaches were wonderful. I got home and within hours the peaches 🍑 were all made into pies. I will definitely visit here again !!! 🥧

For $26.95 its really well, almost like a mini Halloween Disneyland, there's a good amount of rides though 2 or more wouldn't hurt. The lines are a bit long, lots of walking so bring comfy shoes, parking was good, however I do wish there were like 5 more tables to sit down and eat. Especially in the day when its hot, overall I would come here again 😋😊

Unbelievably disappointed experience. I’ve been told my multiple people who fun and incredible Schnepf farms was last year and that I needed to go. So my girlfriend and I took our kids tonight and for my first time being here. It will absolutely be my last. Everything was so chaotic and disorganized, completely overcrowded and was pretty obvious that it was nothing more than a money grab. Just to try and grab something to drink was almost an hour wait. Lines for rides were so long that the entire night would’ve pretty much have been a waste standing there. The only thing that was worth and good were the roasted nuts. Spending $120 for a family of four to go and be nothing but disappointed will be the reason I will never spend a single penny there. I was so excited to try the chili and even then, I was met with massive lines and spent over an hour walking and looking for where it was because the maps were so unclear. The petting area was also left completely unsupervised, nobody controlling the traffic of people walking in and out. Goats looking completely exhausted, overstimulated and overwhelmed from the constant attention of people touching them with no break or regulation. Nobody there to make sure they were safe, nobody to make sure people weren’t doing something they weren’t supposed to. I feel that was THE absolute most disappointing thing I have seen and in complete disbelief that a “family farm” was in this state.

This is one of the more unusual parks in the area. ⛰️ First because it has hosts who live in their RVs on the property. There is a daily admission charge per vehicle regardless of residency. And secondly because it's multi-purpose. The trails may have horses 🐎or bicycles 🚴🏻‍♂️ or hikers 🚶🏻‍♂️🥾 or all at the same time. This lends itself to some inherent hazards.💩 I don't really have a problem with horses or wild animals. But I cannot understand how someone can go hiking with their dog, bag up the poop, 💩 and then just leave the bag there on the side of the trail?🤷🏻‍♂️ If you don't want to carry dog poop on your hike then don't bring your damn dog! Or if you're that lazy and entitled then don't put it in a bag! 🤦🏻‍♂️ At least let it dry out and deteriorate 🤷🏻‍♂️. And if you are responsible enough to carry the poop after your 🐕 dog does its thing, there is a place to deposit it as you leave the trail! ☑️ The trails are very nice.😎 There's a choice of several. All the trails will circle around and end up back where you started. And they are well marked.❌ There's even a bicycle maintenance station 👨🏻‍🔧

Love this place to hike. Not overly crowded. Lots of different trails. Easy to add distance or difficulty because of the many junctions where trails intersect. Workers are always pleasant and helpful. Trails are maintained and marked. Every week I go and will continue to

Many miles of well maintained trails, and a nice nature center/gift shop for a regional park, with a few desert animals, local floral and fauna guides, and drinks and snacks. The restrooms are well maintained and the staff is very friendly. The San Tan Mountains are not the most dramatic landscape in the area, but it is very representative of the Sonoran Desert, and there are many beautiful views. For trails that are wide, well maintained, and appropriate for all ages, this park is fantastic. I would definitely call this a must-visit park for San Tan Valley residents.

Today's hike at San Tan Regional Park was truly memorable. The park offers a wonderful combination of natural beauty and accessible trails for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're into hiking, biking, or horseback riding, this place has something for everyone. I appreciated being able to bring my leashed canine companion along with me on the adventure as well. It's definitely a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to soak up some Arizona sunshine and enjoy the great outdoors!

The mountain bike trails are fine for beginners. Otherwise, it’s not a system to build on your skills as an experienced rider. Also, you’ll encounter many hikers as you descend Dynamite.

What I appreciate most about STMRP is the variety of trails available for beginning hikers, cyclists, & runners to advanced craving a challenge and/ or training for a marathon. It has some beautiful views and plenty of spots to sit alone in peace and soak up the beauty. Winter is the most beautiful time of year for outdoor adventures here.

This place is gorgeous! They did a great job of setting up a mix of flat and elevated trails. You can walk a short loop or go for a while. Parking is $7, but they offer season passes. Many dogs with respectful owners. Dogs are always on leashes and sensitive pups are pulled to the side to let you pass. There tend to be horses on the trails. Many respectful bicyclists. Everyone is nice and the views are gorgeous. Unfortunately, it appears that there are some developments happening near the park.

Only drove by. Used to enjoy golfing there, but is closed to non members the past few years. Always enjoyed the Mesquite Grill there as well, beautiful view. Again, only open to members now.

Scenic round on an impeccable golf course. Two very different courses highlighted by stunning, breathtaking desert and mountain views. Nibbled at the Snack Shack on “house smoked” brisket sandwiches. What a luxury treat. Simply the very best of times.

An amazing place to call home! Beautiful homes, friendly community and all nature can offer. Wildlife, vistas and true desert beauty abound in the adjacent Tonto National Forest and McDowell Regional Park.

I had never had a desire to spend time in Arizona or the desert until I started coming to visit here with my wife. This place is truly special, and the views and the grounds are breathtaking.

Mainly elderly play golf there it’s a very nice looking golf course

Great golf and restaurant! Currently not open to the public due to the pandemic. The views are spectacular SD well.

Tonto Verde truly is a place like no other. We've been a resident here since 1998 and have never been happier. While the beauty of the area begins with a magnificent mountain view setting and spectacular golf, the true beauty comes from the people and the amazing sense of community you will feel. The community has two, championship golf courses with newly renovated bunkers and the best greens in the Valley. The community is adjacent to the Tonto National Forest and McDowell Mountain Park, which offers hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails and the community offers every amenity. Whatever your interest or passion there is someone who shares it and a group to join. You will never be bored at Tonto Verde. It's location is protected from hectic traffic, yet is close enough to provide the perfect balance of nature and city life. Check it out. You will never be sorry. We could not have made a better choice!

Offered a free room for Friday night. Called and booked and got a room with two queen beds which is fine. Room was clean and well appointed with coffee, tea and water. Nice linens, pillows, towels and toiletries. Room was quiet and had wonderful blackout curtains. We slept awesome. Casino has a nice variety of slot machines, table games, poker, etc. bars are scattered around the casino and had long lines for the most part. Later in the evening. Drinks are expensive. Some good some mediocre. We ate at ember steakhouse and were so impressed by the service, food and cocktails. Nice little mini vacation. Highly recommend.

I'm here for a work conference, not for the casino but just wanted to write to say how nice the rooms are. The bed has these amazing silky sheets and comfy pillows that feel amazing. Also, the outdoor pool and hot tub area feels like a nice vacation resort. Definitely a nice place for a weekend getaway. Also, the bathroom with tub is super nice.

Feels like a nice getaway. Halloween was extremely fun. We had dinner in the sports bar. We left to go change our clothes and when we came back to listen to the live music they told us we had to eat. We had just finished eating. So we had yo pay. Wasn't happy about that. We opted out and went to play the machines.

Seems like this place is losing its appeal. Used to be one of my favorite staycation alot but since they made all the changes to the casino, its not as fun. Check in is lengthy, staff is not that accommodating or courteous, and there is alot of turn over. I dont ever see the same employee twice except in the restaurant. Its a lovely property with lots of amazing artistic features and the pool area is nice.

It's been years since I've gone to WE-KO-PA Casino.They have some real unlikeable employees dealing cards here. It will be another 20 more before I ever return. They apparently all still work there. I encountered an extremely rude Black Jack dealer today that had nothing but passive aggressive insults to deal out. I heard every insult spoken under his breath clearly yet I remained polite, saying nothing to him. I was seething, but I stayed silent. This is not the place to come to relax, laugh and have fun. The employee dealing cards seemed to really hate me and yet I never saw this guy before until today. I contemplated calling over his Pit Boss to let him know about what this Human Speed Bump working for him was saying. I doubt the Pit Boss could hear his insults under his breath. Even the lady next to us commented to me. Too bad I didn't record the whole conversation. I was there only for my Father's Birthday and I wanted him to have fun so I said nothing until now. I will inform everyone I know at work, in my neighborhood, online and at church who and where to avoid. This guy & this place.

Didn't stay at the resort, just played golf. What a beautiful course. Definitely one of the nicest courses I've ever played in my life! We loved it!

I love this place! Wekopa treats everyone equally. The rooms are great the front office is awesome 👌 Just to get away. The food is really good The servers are really out to make there customers happy! Thank you wekopa for being 💯 percent customer service

Spectacular golf course and customer service. Would highly recommend if you are ever in Arizona. The food, range, golf course, views, staff are all top notch. The pro shop has tons of awesome things inside and quality brands to choose from. The course design is so much fun and the course is tournament quality. Definitely exceeded my expectations and is my go to recommendation for anyone traveling to Arizona. I will definitely be back. Don’t forget to check out “the most photographed wolf” on the driving range. He is so cool.

This course consistently came highly recommended after searching around the internet for top-end desert golf in the Scottsdale area, and it absolutely did not disappoint. I played Cholla, and the course overall was in excellent shape, with nicely maintained tee boxes and beautiful greens. The course represents what I’d consider to be true desert golf, and with that comes an excellent challenge. The views of the surrounding mountains are basically panoramic, and a joy to take in. Rental clubs were very nice as well. The facilities are above what I anticipated; the clubhouse is beautiful, clean, and perfectly maintained, as was the range and halfway house. Frankly, there’s little to complain about. And compared to other courses of the same caliber in the region, the price point is incredibly reasonable. If you are considering this course, just book it now!

Best Golf club I've ever been. Beautiful in every sense of the word. I played Saguaro, it was stunning. My tee time was at 3:00 pm, and I had almost all the course for myself. I believe there was only another group playing. Way cheaper than other clubs I checked in the Phoenix area and I am not sure they can surpass this one. Really a fantastic experience. Tee time came with a Golf Cart, tees, and several bottles of water. So you don't dehydrate. Great attention from Todd. Kudos to you. Saw lots of wildlife, it was magical. In this environment, you won't mind any of your not-so-good shots. I'm already planning to come back.

Fantastic Day at We-Ko-Pa! I recently played We-Ko-Pa Golf Club with my grandson during our annual golf trip, and it was absolutely incredible. The course was in pristine condition, with breathtaking desert views on every hole. The staff were welcoming and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We especially enjoyed the pace of play relaxed, yet efficient allowing us to savor every shot. This was more than just a round of golf; it was a wonderful shared memory. Can’t wait to come back next year!

One of the nicest course I've ever played at. For Arizona it definitely lives up to its name as being a top 5 course. The service was fantastic too. The cart girl was very kind and present, the cart boys were extremely tending to clubs and bags, and the overall service of the staff was extremely friendly. Despite my score being below-average, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club is the opposite!

This is a really nice, gorgeous course outside of the Phoenix area. If you like desert golf, this needs to be on your list to play. The course was in great shape (mid-July) and the greens rolled very well.

Amazing, amazing, amazing!! It's all I can say. Excellent customer service, the course was in fantastic condition and very challenging. My brother and I played the Cholla course and loved every hole. Great layout, great elevation changes, perfect tee boxes, fairways, and greens. We will DEFINITELY be back!!!

Such a nice place to learn about various planes and some history of Falcon field and some of these planes and displays. Staff there was so kind and welcoming. This is great for all kinds of people, I came here with a friend and her kids and the kids absolutely loved the little airplane bikes to ride around on. You can also see some planes take off from the airport next to this museum! Only thing is it was really warm in the museum when we visited at the time due to the AC being down I believe, they had only a few fans blowing but not enough, it made it uncomfortable especially during this high heat summer but we were able to still go through the museum.

An awesome place to visit, especially if you are interested in history or avionics. Seeing aircraft up close And learning from the docents is a great experience. While one of the hangers was open because of a visiting bomber in for repairs don’t be afraid to go in the summer. There’s a small theater with A variety of informative movies for when you need a break. Highly recommend Special thanks to Max and Ed, Volunteers who helped us along the way with some incredible facts and information. Thanks to all the volunteers who help bring our avionics history alive. Post to add photos

We spent several hours looking at all the planes indoors then went to see the the B17-G Sentimental Journey on the flight line. We toured the inside of the plane. What an experience. This plane's engine sound was used in the making of the Masters of the Air Mini Series. They opened the bomb bay doors and we were able to see the autographs of the men that served. We also got to see the B-25J Bomber. Our guide was so knowledgeable and kind. He made the entire experience so interesting and we got to know about his service. All the volunteers had so much knowledge and experience. A must if you are an aviation enthusiast while in the Mesa/Phoenix area. Highly recommend.

Had the best time at this place, if you live in Arizona or plan to visit bring the family! I have 2 sons in the military and they loved the museum, the history is pretty impressive. The gentleman working are all volunteers and that said a lot about their passion, let’s talk about Martin Brown, his is one of those volunteers! My son‘s totally enjoyed the experience and all his knowledge, thank you so much for making the experience so wonderful Martin.

Superb museum with a great staff!! Amazing aircraft. The B-17 was definitely a highlight. Martin was a fantastic and knowledgeable volunteer. I visited with my five month old and we both enjoyed it. He made noises when he saw the airplanes. We will be back!

Great museum with a lovingly cared for collection. One main hanger with about a dozen aircraft representing WWI through Vietnam. A second hanger houses the touring collection. Lots of well done displays, interesting artifacts, and engines. Guided tours running constantly.

What an amazing place it’s an all volunteer group keeping World War II aircraft flying. Educating the public on history and allowing people to touch and walk through the aircraft. It’s amazing!

We came to see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Hale Theatre and were absolutely blown away by the entire production. The quality of the set, costumes, and performances was top-notch, truly impressive from start to finish. My daughter is currently in musical theatre herself, and watching this show only fueled her passion even more. She said it’s her dream to one day perform on a stage like that and be surrounded by actors as talented as the ones we saw. She’s already begging to come back and see it again! We’ll definitely be back for future shows. Thank you, Hale, for such a magical experience!

We went there to see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. It's a relatively small floor, surrounded by the audience. We got there and there were no stage props in sight. I was wondering how they were going to pull this off. I was pleasantly surprised. They had plenty of props and they wheeled them out as needed. They did a fantastic job. I'll def be returning here to see more plays in the future. Big free parking lot across the street.

My first visit to Hale Centre Theatre for "Singing in the Rain." My husband booked seats for my girlfriend and I and at first I thought we were in the rafters! Not the case! It is a wonderful venue with a center stage that provides a total experience, good views and easy access to seats. The show was the best I've ever seen! The singing and dancing, yes, amazing tap dancing, made my heart soar, remembering the fabulous musicals of long ago. The cast was superb! Their talent was far beyond what I've seen in a local theater. Loved it!

This was a really good spot to see a concert. It was really nice how it was kind of seated in the round. Not totally round but more of a U-shaped with them in the middle. Every seat was extremely close cuz it's not a very big place. The show we watched was actually next door to the main theater. It was very good but the only reason I would take one star away is that it was very hot in the theater. Being as hot summer in Arizona they could have had it a little bit cooler. But I was sweating quite a bit most of the time. Uncomfortably hot. Also you need to be sure and bring your own water in. When the band took a break there was a woman came out with a little cart and was selling candies and water. But when we first got there there was no one out selling anything and I ended up having to go back out to the car and get some water that we had there because it was so hot we were dying of thirst

We saw our first play there, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and WOW! What an impressive show. The set, performers, music, all of it was fantastic. Charlie was kind enough to take photos with fans at the end. The was quite the performance and we look forward to many more. The venue is quaint and there is not a bad seat in the house. There are light and sugary concessions; nobody fussed about us bringing our own snacks. Such a fun place.

I just saw Anastasia. It was SO GOOD. Brought tears to my eyes at the end. The actors were so talented, especially with their singing!! The usher was friendly and helped us find our seats. This was my 3rd time at Hale Theatre— it’s such a fun experience.

My daughter took me to see Anastasia, it was such a beautiful presentation! We loved it! The actors, singers, dancers, sets, costumes and lighting were spot on. I've never experienced such a wonderful venue to be able to see the actors and singers so up close. Such a beautiful experience. I can't wait to attend another performance by such talented cast.

I was visiting from Pennsylvania and this was my first time here. We order two pizzas along with spaghetti and meatballs and they were all very good. The organist was very entertaining he took requests and he played all of the songs I requested. It was a great show very entertaining while enjoying our meal. After the show I had a chance to speak to the organist who informed me that he played the famous Wanamaker Oregon which is located in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. The Wanamaker Oregon is one of the largest organs in the world. He was a very adept organist extremely talented and I figured he would probably have known about the Wanamaker. On my next trip to Arizona I will definitely visit again!

Absolutely great place to go have a fun night, especially if you enjoy music and pizzas. I’d recommend the second floor as that way you can look at the incredible variety of musical instruments that are in there. The musician takes requests and transitions from song to song really smoothly. Pizzas are great tasting and very affordable. Self service. You order when you walk in and then seat yourself and wait for your number. It’s a light-sound-puppet-effects show all in one! Look around for the less obvious but interesting details. (One hint- pay attention to the ceiling fans!) Will keep going back there especially when we have friends visiting.

Great place to go with little ones. Lots of tables and space for zoomies and dancing. My daughter’s loud pterodactyl screeches were totally acceptable because the music was so loud. She was able to zoom to her heart’s delight. I didn’t really like the pizza or ice cream and my daughter, who usually LOVES pizza, didn’t like the pizza either. She did approve of the ice cream though. I think it’s definitely worth going for the fantastic organ performance and if you have kiddos who want to dance and screech. A great performance. Mediocre food.

There are places you go for good food and there are places you go for an experience. Organ Stop Pizza gloriously, bewilderingly, hilariously, is both…though not in the way you might expect. Imagine: you walk into what appears to be an unassuming family pizza joint, order a perfectly serviceable pie at the counter, and then step into a dining room that looks like Liberace designed a cathedral for Chuck E. Cheese. The lights dim and suddenly the air comes alive. The walls literally breathe with sound as a massive Wurlitzer pipe organ erupts into being. Pipes shimmer, drums thump, cymbals crash, and a bubble machine (?!) lets loose as the organist (who must be equal parts magician and musician) launches into everything from Phantom of the Opera to the Star Wars theme. You can’t help but grin. It’s absurd. It’s theatrical. It’s absolutely wonderful. The crowd skews… well, let’s just say the average age in the room hovers somewhere between “retired” and “I remember when you had to crank your car to start it.” And yet, the childlike wonder is universal. Toddlers sit open-mouthed beside grandmothers who are tapping their orthopedic shoes in rhythm. Teenagers pretend not to care and then find themselves putting in requests. The pizza? It’s fine. Honestly, it could be made of cardboard and joy, and no one would mind. Because you’re not here for culinary greatness, you’re here for spectacle. You’re here to watch a roomful of people dissolve into laughter and applause under the spell of an instrument that fills every cubic inch of space with sound and nostalgia. Organ Stop Pizza is one of those rare places that shouldn’t work and yet it completely does. It’s pure unapologetic kitsch wrapped in genuine talent and served with a side of pepperoni. A glorious unexpected symphony of pipes, cheese, and delight. Come for the pizza. Stay for the organ. Leave with your faith in weird Americana fully restored.

It’s a unique experience that I recommend you try. Like a piano bar where you leave songs to be played but on a far grander scale with a huge organ and multiple other instruments. The food is good and not over priced. I recommend the PSM but I’m a fan of mushrooms on pizza. The spaghetti is good as well.

They take card now, it's not just cash only. The pizza is fine and the mechanics of the organ are impressive. It's a lot of kid friendly music, I don't think the organist will play any intense sounding songs if requested.

We were absolutely surprised at the skill of the organ player at the enormous Wurlitzer organ and all those organ pipes on different levels of the hall, plus about all the other instruments and the amazing sound. A nice place to come back to for celebration 👻

Beautiful, enormous park. Always a lot of people here but it is so big and there are plenty of ramadas, benches, and picnic tables that out doesn't feel overly busy. My 9 and 10 year olds love coming here every weekend. Also, clean bathrooms and a couple vending machines.

They need to monitor their new pickle ball courts better. They say “first come first serve, no teams or organized events”, but every time we’ve come there is definitely an unauthorized organized event from teams all around Phoenix. We’ve come multiple times 5 and 6a - full of teams. 8-10p full of teams. You need to kick the teams out and have a sign up system for time blocks online, because the current system is flawed and does not allow for locals to use the courts.

A very happening place. A perfect park for all age kids to play around. Ramada’s (requires prior reservation) around play area are great to celebrate bday and have family get together events. Has plenty of parking space!

My kids took classes here and they loved it. City of Chandler has a lot of classes/events here! Basketball courts, computer area, gym, bathrooms inside and outside by classrooms. Picnic tables inside building and in the grass area/playground area

Beautiful park, many picnic areas across the park, and rest areas. You can spend the evening with your family easily or plan for a team play. Nicely maintained walking trails around the park, I think you can keep walking for hours 😃. There is huge play area for kids and also a huge picking area. The TRC building is in the same areas, which has gym on upper level and activity areas in lower level. My dog loves to walk I this park. This park also has tennis courts, several huge stadium size fields, see the pictures.

Good for morning walks/jogs around the park. Lots of grass, decent amount of trees for shade. Lots of trash bins. Good parking. Seems to be well maintained. A large kids playground. Doggy stations had grocery bags and were sparse. Did not see any doggy water fountains. Cross country team sometimes shows up at the park for training. Various other events are scheduled at the park from time to time.

This was my first visit to the park and I was amazed to see such a lush green lawn during the summer. No doubt that this place is maintained very well. Has good spots to have food with friends and family, a covered play area for the kids, and an ample amount of parking space. This is one of those places in Phoenix where I would definitely be going back again.

Truly unbelievable and concentrated collection of western art, mainly presenting art from The Cowboy Artists of America. Free to attend (thank you Basha family). Unfortunately, the museum will be closing permanently on November 30th 2023 so if you have any interest in seeing art of the west, then get there fast before it's broken up.

Fabulous collection from a lifetime of trading with the tribes of the Southwest by Eddie Basha. It's closing down in a few weeks, and that is a great shame. The Heard Museum will only be able to display a little at a time.

Stunning pieces of artwork that Eddie Basha acquired. I believe around 3000 pieces! Free admission and so impressed with the quality and displays!

Unfortunately, it closed the day after we got there. The collection will be divided between the Heard and the Museum of the SW in Scottsdale.

The collection is nothing less than spectacular. It is sad and happy that this collection is being donated to the Heard Museum and the Western Spirit, Scottsdale Museum of Western Art. So, the collection will remain available to see and in the hands of two prestigious guardians of art, culture, and our history.

I wasn't sure about going, but once I was there, I was amazed! Beautiful art that looks like it is coming alive right in front of you. I highly recommend visiting!!!

Unbelievable collection of bronze art, paintings, baskets, wood and stone sculptures, jewelry etc. It was absolutely fantastic.