For more information, pricing, to arrange a personal tour, or make reservations, call (602) 372-7470 or email doc@mail. maricopa. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. 00: Full Day:Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in. m. (27th Pl. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. 2San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 2-mile hike on medium and difficult rated trails. Frequently Asked Questions Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and Inspiration Friday, December 15, 2023. Export to Outlook. Park Hosts must. Please wear comfortable closed toed shoes, bring plenty of water, and dress in layers as the temperature can vary over the course of several hours in the desert, especially nearing sunset. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. 4 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. Park Hours. Over 30 programs ranging from dinosaur history to alternative energy are presented by a professional staff of interpretive rangers. Enjoy an evening under the Sonoran Desert stars with Ranger Steve! Click program title for more details. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Waddell, AZ 85355. 8. Vineyard Ave. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Learn about the plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert on an early morning hike with Ranger Nikki. No please pets, this is a 4. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ , 85383 (602) 372-7470. Important Notes: Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 209:00 AM - 02:00 PM. stargazingforeveryone. MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center Limit 20 participants. Thursday, December 07, 2023. Nov. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. 2Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. m. 41835 N. Aravaipa Running;. Waddell, AZ 85355. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. 2DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation centered on Lake Pleasant including: boating, fishing, water sports, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby. Join Ranger Nikki on a 3. regional parks, staff, and park visitors, I have made a difficult decision to temporarily close the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park for fiscal year 21. Phone: 760-772-5175. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 9 with your name, phone number and number of. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3Desert Defenders. If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. - 4 p. Join Ranger Steve in the lobby of the Nature Center for an interactive display of various rocks, gems, and minerals native to our Sonoran Desert. The Desert Outdoor Center began offering environmental education to Valley youth in May 1998. m. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences, and magnitude. 2 The Desert Outdoor Center does not supply food and disposables. Usery Pass Rd. Join Rangers Steve and Kevin for an evening under the Sonoran Desert stars! Click program title for more details. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Discovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. m. Export to Outlook. Just drop in anytime between 1:00-3:00pm!Please wear closed-toe shoes, and bring water. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4MEETING LOCATION: Rock Peak Wash Trailhead Limit 25 participants. The location provides a perfect setting for your event; quiet and secluded, surrounded by the soothing sounds and sights of the beautiful Sonoran Desert. 8 with your name, phone number and number. except holidaysJoin Ranger Steve on Friday, November 4th, for Sonoran Desert 101, as he discusses the history, geology, climate, and biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert! This program will start at 4pm at the Nature Center and include a short hike. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7 Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. - 4 p. - 4 p. Wednesday, June 28, 2023. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Event Details. Note that the Desert Outdoor Center has the same entry fee as Lake Pleasant Regional Park, $7 per vehicle. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. The Desert Outdoor Center provides a fun, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning experience to: Encourage a curiosity about nature; Create an interest in scientific. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. 49614 U. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on mapping, and removing. Lake Pleasant Paddlefest: 8 a. m. Solar Panels: Solar Panels The Desert Outdoor Center provides a fun, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning experience to: Encourage a curiosity about nature; Create an interest in scientific concepts; Nurture an appreciation for the desert; Hours of Operation. on Thursday, November 2, 2023. 41402 N. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. Additionally, at least one kitchen staff must have a food handler's card. Please meet for the hike at the Nature Center and don’t forget the sunscreen. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. This includes: Warmth for human beings. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. At the Desert Outdoor Center at the southeastern corner of the lake near Pleasant Harbor. Branding of animals. gov. Stop by the Nature Center to see. Home Park News Park Alerts Contact Us. Come help us clean up Lake Pleasant at the National Public Lands Day Lake Pleasant Clean Up! Lake Pleasant Regional Park hosts many visitors throughout the year, which makes keeping up with trash clean-up along. Nov. Hwy. - 4 p. Vineyard Ave. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. The Desert seems full of scary, venomous, critters. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Click program title for more details. Castle Hot Springs Rd. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Stop by the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center to see Ranger Steve’s interactive display of rocks, crystals, and other neat. Whether it is sailing, wakeboarding, kayaking, cooking, archery or fishing, Scouts have a lot to do and learn at Lake Pleasant Camp. 24. Event Details. No registration required, just drop on in! MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center. From Central Phoenix, take I-17 north to the Carefree Hwy (AZ74). Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7The approximate 2-mile route includes Lost Sheep, Chainfruit and Desert Hawk Trails along with the nature trail path and driveway inside the nearby Buckhorn campground. Morristown, AZ 85342. 6MEETING LOCATION: In front of Visitor Center. Waddell, AZ 85355. 00: Full Day:Mesquite Festival. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. except holidaysFriends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike looking down at the ground for scorpions and up at the sky for stars, constellations, and planets. Thursday, June 08, 2023. Vehicles and trailers remaining in the camping space past the check-out time the day of departure, may be. (602) 372-7470. 372. Castle Hot Springs Rd. McDowell Mountain Regional Park invites the community to a public meeting from 5:30 p. 20304 W. Site Map Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant -. 5 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. Please bring plenty of water and wear closed-toe shoes, no pets please. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Join Ranger Steve on Saturday, November 19th, for Sonoran Desert 101, as he discusses the history, geology, climate, and biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert! This program will start at 9am at the Nature Center and include a short hike on the Quail Trail. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. 7475 . Wickenburg, AZ 85390. 7 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. The Desert Outdoor Center is a hidden gem at Lake Pleasant in Maricopa County, AZ. m. 5-mile easy to moderate terrain hike to learn about the adaptations and life cycles of desert plants and animals. The Discovery Center houses a remarkable display of interpretive exhibits for your viewing and inquisitive pleasure. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. The park is located about 10. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 6533 W. Post-Thanksgiving Desert 101 Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15) Nov 24, 2023 - (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Lake Pleasant Regional Park. - 4 p. Exit at Carefree Hwy (Exit 223B) and travel west approximately 8 miles to 87th Ave. For more information about the archery range contact: (602) 506-2930 ext. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Go for a post-Thanksgiving hike with Ranger Eric on a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way! Click on program title for details. 41835 N. The Desert Outdoor Center is a reservation-required facility that primarily hosts outdoor education f 18. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Live animals will also be on display during this event. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Event Details. Drone use opportunities outside Maricopa County's regional parks include: City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department: Coyote Basin Park - 2730 E. Silent Walking: A Beginner’s Guide to Connecting with Nature (Registration Required, Limit 40 Partic. Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional parks systems in the nation with over 120,000 acres of open space parks that include hundreds of miles of trails, campgrounds, nature centers and the Desert Outdoor Environmental Learning Center at Lake Pleasant. - 4 p. Limit 20 participants. to 1:30 p. Event Details. Reservations must be made to visit the Desert Outdoor Center. Usery Pass Rd. Join Ranger Steve for an interactive table display of various rocks and minerals found in the Sonoran Desert. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center. 41402 N. Join Ranger Kevin and learn about these iconic and often misunderstood serpents of the Sonoran Desert. Vineyard Ave. The Desert Outdoor Center at lake Pleasant is excited to announce the limited release of six episodes based on our favorite park programs for school groups. 60 89. For a complete list of park and archery fees, please visit the Fees page. m. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby. Recurring Event (See all) Free. About the General Joe Foss Shooting Complex. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. Stop by the Nature Center to see a display of desert cacti specimens including saguaro, barrel, hedgehog, pincushion and varieties of cholla. m. Estrella Mountain Regional Park. Click program title for more details. Morristown, AZ 85342. Participants will be able to stop by over a 3-hour period to look and learn about the people and wildlife th at currently and/or historically were found within the park boundary. m. Waddell, AZ 85355. - 4 p. Waddell, AZ 85355. Castle Hot Springs Rd. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER AT LAKE PLEASANT - 24 Photos - 41402 N 87th Ave, Peoria, Arizona - Parks - Phone Number - Yelp Desert. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. The Desert Outdoor Center is nestled in the hills of the Sonoran Desert overlooking the watersWelcome to the Desert Outdoor Center, where every event is elevated from the predictable to the extraordinary! Situated on a rocky bajadas of Lake Pleasant just 20 minutes outside of Phoenix, the Desert Outdoor Center offers a unique and tranquil location for your special occasion. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Waddell, AZ 85355. 8), the hike up to Lykes Lookout hill is a short, but steep climb that can be good. 00: Full Day:Feel free to bring your robe, shower shoes, towel and wash cloth, but leave your blow-dryer at home. We even provide the telescope. -5 p. If not marked as reserved, they are available. 189 likes. except holidaysLake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Sonoran Desert 101. 7470 Fax 602. 37019 N. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. (602) 506-2930 ext. 8. Surrounded by the flawless beauty of the Sonoran Desert, our native-landscaped outdoor amphitheatre will create the perfect setting for your private wedding ceremony. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. and Desert Foothills Pkwy. Event Details. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Maricopa County's Regional Parks Recognize Veterans with Military Service Appreciation Day. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant, Peoria, AZ. This large circular brick patio serves as a picnic and gathering area. A popular spot to roast marshmallows and sing camp songs at night, this outdoor amphitheater seats 200 people. We will be talking about the importance of native plants in restoring desert habitat that has been degraded due to things like wildfire, human use and overgrazing. use of the complete facility (includes setup and take-down time) and a 1 hour rehearsal time prior to the event date. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Usery Mountain Regional Park offers over 29 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. White Tank Mountain Road Waddell, AZ 85355 (602) 506-2930 ext. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. White Tank Mountain Road. Reservations must be made to visit the Desert Outdoor Center. 2The range consists of nearly 100 targets on 6 separate courses including: The Archery Range hosts over 30 tournaments annually, for national, state, and local archery clubs. Registration for this program will close on 5. MEETING LOCATION: Area 1 at. DS I and DS II are two separate classes. 20304 W. 6533 W. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and. (602) 506-2930 ext. This includes: Warmth for human beings. Usery Pass Rd. gov. Nov 18, 2023 - (10:00 AM - 02:00 PM) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Just drop in anytime between. 41835 N. October 5, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. 20304 W. Stop by the Nature Center to learn about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. 5. 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM. S. 41835 N. 8897°N 117. Please bring exact change or your Annual Parks Pass. (602) 506-2930 ext. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Reservations must be made to visit the Desert Outdoor Center. The Joe Foss public range is located in the Buckeye Hills Regional Park, located 10. m. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Usery Pass Rd. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. You'll find that Chapters One (1) through Four (4) provide the background information and research collected over the past few years. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. including the story of Mr. Also remember that special person back home with a desert surprise from our gift shop. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. except holidays41835 N. Bring your own chairs and snacks. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike focused on scorpions native to the Sonoran Desert. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. [email protected]: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 705:00 PM - 07:00 PM. except holidaysScorpion Safari. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Usery Pass Rd. 49614 U. Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 3-mile hike on the Desert Hawk and Merkle trails, as well as the areas around the Nature Center and the Wildlife Pond. Castle Hot Springs Rd. PRINT. 241835 N. About Us. and Desert Foothills Pkwy. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. m. DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. ESTRELLA - Tamarisk Invasive Species Removal - 11-23-2023 thru 3-1-2024. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. (602) 506-2930 ext. MEETING LOCATION: Group Picnic Area just East of the Nature Center. This includes: Warmth for human beings. Please contact the park directly at (602) 506-2930 to reserve your ramada. Nov 15, 2023 - (09:00 AM - 11:30 AM) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Event Details. The exit is immediately after Mile Marker 144. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is available to host your group’s meeting, Multipurpose Room conference, retreat, training, family reunion, special event, or wedding. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Close. 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 41835 N. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ 85383 (602) 372-7470. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Buckeye Hills Regional Park. 9. Usery Mountain Regional Park. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the. Take a right onto 87th Ave and follow the road north 2 miles to the Desert Outdoor Center entrance gate (do not turn into Pleasant Harbor Marina entrance). Frequently Asked Questions Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant - Education, Recreation, and InspirationDiscovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. 53°F Saturday. Rental also includes use of a commercial-grade kitchen, tables, chairs. Email Us. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. This October promises to be a month of unforgettable melodies and delightful memories with the return of the City’s free Fall Concerts in the Park series. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Cave Creek, AZ 85331. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. 41835 N. 9. Phone 602. Phillips Road. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. in the month of November. Thank you for your interest in using the facilities at the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. (602) 506-2930 ext. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. Vineyard Ave. Coloring pages will also be available for kids to take home. 30. (REI). ALERTS. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. . Registration for this program will close on 7/6/23. Coordinates: 34. Phone: (602) 372-7470 Get Directions | Show on Map. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Discovery Station Rattlesnakes. Meeting Location: Nature Center No registration required, just drop on in between. 2 miles to over 7 miles, and range in difficulty from easy to difficult. Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Essential Desert Center. (602) 506-2930 ext 7. An area fully equipped with. m. Lake Pleasant Paddlefest: 8 a. What is it? What causes it? What impact does it have on the Sonoran Desert? Find these answers and more! MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center classroom. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8The Maricopa County Parks offer visitors the opportunity for star gazing throughout our park system. Go for a post-Thanksgiving hike with Ranger Eric on a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way! Click on program title for details. An area fully equipped with commercial grade amenities.