The views at this park are amazing! We love seeing the Superstitions Mountains in the background…read more The silhouette of the cactus against the Arizona sunset is stunning. There are bathrooms onsite with toliet paper and the sink works here. There is a Circle K, McDonald's, a Bashas store, and other restaurants within a few-mile radius.

The Apache Junction Parks and Recreation host many events out here during the year, so be on the…read morelookout for events on their website or social media pages. Outside of events, this is still a great park for all ages. I personally enjoy picnics here on a nice spring or fall afternoon. This year (2024) was the perfect day for the Easter Egg Hunt event!

Had a lovely hike there today. Went with my friend, her son, and my dog. Doable for all of us. The…read moretrail has a lot of gravel on the way up, and can be slippery so be careful! But the views are very pretty. Depending on what side of the mountain you are on, you can hear the traffic from the 60 but as soon as you get to the other side it is very peaceful. We will definitely return, especially since there's no entrance fee and parking is ample.

A little confusing to get here if you are coming off the 60 East. You have to make a U-turn to get…read moreon the right side of the highway and the turn off is not well marked. Once here, it's pretty neat. You can hike multiple different trails and there is a nice view of the Superstition Mountains. This is a great option if you don't want to drive far to go hiking and you are in the east valley area. The parking is free!

We love this park! It has a huge open field to run around in, surrounded by smaller parks or play…read moreareas kind of in a web. There are workout machines (sort of) and playgrounds scattered across the whole area. The main playground is nice and has a good shade, along with a jungle gym type area and 2 swings only (baby swings). Some picnic tables as well under a covered area, and a full sidewalk that is a complete circle for biking or roller skating. Very spacious and we park along the side roads and have never had an issue with it!

Great park to take young kids to with about 4 smaller playgrounds. Very clean and alsolso a decent…read morefield to play catch with your kids. This park also has a few workout stations from bench press to hip extensions. It's not gonna replace your local gym but it's nice to get a set or two in while the kids tire themselves out.

A fantastic addition to the Apache Junction neighborhood. The sense of unity, kindness, and warmth…read moreamong the members is exceptional! I particularly liked the lively atmosphere in the Pilates Plus classes held by Tara on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

A space for all ages with activities for almost anyone! Ranging from exercise equipment, basketball…read morecourt, rock climbing wall, arts and crafts classes, yoga courses, senior lunches, rooms for rent, etc! This truly lives up to the name of a multi-generational center. Since opening, this location has been extremely well maintained and I enjoy frequenting this location. Be sure to sign up for a class, stop by for an event, or come get an exercise in!

Families will enjoy Skyline Park in Mesa. The playground is large, covered, and equipped with a…read moregood range of games to keep kids occupied while protecting them from the Arizona sun. It is a well-rounded location for get-togethers and outdoor enjoyment, with plenty of open space for sports, basketball courts, and handy locations for parties or grilling.

This park is on Crismon(not Crimson)road between Southern and Broadway in East Mesa…read more I enjoyed it. It's large with a large playground, several Ramadas, benches and playing fields. Mens room was fine(can't comment on ladies room since I don't walk into them). Water worked fine. I also liked it was quiet, few people and cute birds(I like Arizona birds vs. annoying east coast big city park pigeons)and rabbits enjoying themselves in the park. Recommended park.

Super easy hike comparable to A mountain just a little more rugged. My 7 year old and 12 year old…read morejoined me on the hike with no issues.

A hike with a view! Easy, quick hike with a view of the superstitions and the valley.read more

I don't do a good job keeping track of all the hikes I complete (unlike other friends I know who…read moredocument everything), so for the beginning of 2026, I'm going to try to do a better job of documentation. I love the Lost Dutchman and have been here several times and it never gets old and each time I come, I am still so awestruck by the beauty of this mountain. Years ago, I completed Flatiron with my then partner and didnt know that it was rated a very difficult hike. I enjoyed it, got a really nice work out and liked the scramble up to the top! I just remember it was quite windy at the top but spectacular views. Dogs are allowed on Flatiron, but don't do that to your pup, its a pretty gnarly hike, let your puppy rest honestly as I saw so many doggies struggling. Tonight, I came just for a leisurely stroll right before sunset and also hoping to catch the first almost full moon of 2026. I love nature and being outdoors and my favorite way to spend time. Park entrance was packed tonight and the fee was $10. There is a small visitor center with souvenirs, guides, some snacks, bathrooms and last minute hiking needs. I think you can also camp here, check on their website. I parked in the Cholla day use lot and did part of the Treasure Loop and hiked for about 3 miles slowly, and spent about 2+ hours in the park. My goal tonight wasn't really to hike strenously but more to get a glimpse of the sunset and the beautiful 2026 Wolf Moon. All my goals were accomplished. Park is well maintained. I used the bathroom and it was very clean and a nice park bathroom. Plenty of covered picnic tables too. Park closed at 8pm tonight (winter). There are all different level trails here and the rangers here are super nice and helpful. Ask them any questions and they are happy to help. There are also many kinds of free maps available in the visitor center. I had a MTB map, a hiking trail map, a birding map, a native plant map! I am all mapped up! If you come and do a hike, wear sturdy hiking shoes, wear sunscreen, head covering, bug spray (there were quite a lot of mosquitoes when I hiked tonight which annoyed the heck out of me as I left my bug spray at home), lots of water, some snacks, and also headlamps (I hiked back down after sunset and the headlamp helped a lot). One of the best AZ state parks, the views are amazing (so many couples here getting their photos professionally taken), definitely check it out.

Located off highway 88 in Apache Junction, Lost Dutchman State Park is a must see with beautiful of…read moreviews of the Superstition Mountains. It's clean and well kept with plenty of things to do. There is hiking and biking trails, camping, RV camp sites, pick-nick areas, restrooms, cabins to rent and plenty of parking. Too hot to hike for me today but will definitely be back when it cools down.

I liked this fairly new park's location close to Mesa, the good amenities and the focus on…read moreeducation about the desert environment. Amenities included free entry, a nice, spacious parking area, a 3/4-mile hiking/biking trail, a 1/2-mile paved path connecting five educational areas, a 1/4-mile walk with plant identification signs, a playground, picnic tables, shaded areas and public wi-fi. Excellent!