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ANNUAL FIRE BAN: MAY 1 - SEPT 30
ESTRELLA - Rainbow Valley & Coldwater Trailhead Closure
SAN TAN - Goldmine Trailhead Improvements FY24-25
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Parks is updating the Park Master Plans for Cave Creek Regional Park, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Join our planning efforts by clicking the graphic.
Connecting people with nature.
Fire Ban - May 1 - September 30
Join us for one of our upcoming seed pellet workshops. Click on graphic to learn more...
During extreme heat, use extreme caution! Stay hydrated. Stay cool. Stay safe. Click to on graphic to learn more.
Please make sure all small children and individuals who can't swim wear life-jackets when recreating in the water. Stay safe. Click to on graphic to learn more water safety tips.
Parks is updating the Park Master Plans for Cave Creek Regional Park, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Join our planning efforts by clicking the graphic.
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Aug
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Guided Bird Walk (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details.
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Lake Pleasant - Monday Clean-Up Crew
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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
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27
Sunset Walk (Registration Required. Limit 25 participants)
Join Ranger Nikki for an easy stroll to experience a beautiful sunset and enjoy desert views. Click on program title for more details.
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