Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 31 min
McDowell Sonoran Preserve Gateway Trail (26 min) Accessible nature trail with a granite surface looping 0.5-miles from a welcome station & map. McDowell Mountains (39 min) Climbing, desert, golf, outdoor recreation, and mountain Butterfly Wonderland (24 min) Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop. OdySea Aquarium (24 min) Huge aquarium featuring dramatic exhibits of marine life, plus a 3D movie & interactive experiences. Fountain Park (11 min) Town park with a lake & fountain, 18-hole disc golf course, playground & picnic areas on 64-acres. Saguaro Lake (20 min) Reservoir along the Salt River in Tonto National Forest offering boating, fishing & water sports. Usery Mountain Regional Park (31 min) A 3,648-acre park offering camping, archery & 29 miles of multi-use trails plus scenic wind caves. Fort McDowell Casino (3 min) Bustling venue with slot machines, a card room, varied dining options & a nearby resort hotel. River of Time Museum (11 min) Exhibits on the Verde River Valley's formation & history, including experiences of the Yavapais. Desert Belle Cruises (18 min) McDowell Sonoran Preserve (26 min) Expansive desert conservation area offering scenic views & a variety of trails for all skill levels. Casino Arizona at Talking Stick Resort (27 min) Taliesin West (19 min) Tours are offered of Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home, now a campus for an architecture school. McDowell Mountain Regional Park (16 min) Sprawling getaway providing hiking & horseback riding trails, camping sites & a bike course. Talking Stick Resort (27 min) High-end modern resort with pools, dining & a spa, plus golf, a casino & live entertainment. |