Phoenix/ Parks & Nature
Published on March 04, 2020
Phoenix's top 4 parks to visit nowPiestewa Peak | Photo: PrincessCandyEmpire S./Yelp

Looking to check out the top parks around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top parks in Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're in the mood for a hike.

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1. Camelback Mountain

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First on the list is Camelback Mountain. Located at 5701 N. Echo Canyon Parkway, the park, hiking and climbing spot is the highest-rated park in Phoenix, boasting 4.5 stars out of 62 reviews on Yelp.

2. South Mountain Park

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Next up isĀ South Mountain Park, situated at 10919 S. Central Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 277 reviews on Yelp, the park and hiking spot has proved to be a local favorite.

3. Piestewa Peak

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Camelback East's Piestewa Peak, located at 2800 E. Squaw Peak Drive, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the park and hiking spot 4.5 stars out of 245 reviews.

4. Deem Hills Recreation Area

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Over in Deer Valley, check out Deem Hills Recreation Area, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 42 reviews on Yelp. You can find the park at 5050 W. Andrea Lane.


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