Papago Park

Category: Park in Phoenix, Arizona

Address: 625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA

Phone: +16024955458

Opening hours

Sunday: 5AM–11PM

Monday: 5AM–11PM

Tuesday: 5AM–11PM

Wednesday: 5AM–11PM

Thursday: 5AM–11PM

Friday: 5AM–11PM

Saturday: 5AM–11PM

Reviews

Ben Yocco

Oct 11, 2022

Great scenery

Steven Jacob

Oct 11, 2022

beautiful sunset view, easy to drive, park and walk a short walk to see a great view. lots of people, but generally a fast leave rate too.

Richard Johnson

Oct 11, 2022

It's a huge hole in the rock

John Compton II

Oct 10, 2022

Love the scenery.

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Questions & Answers

Are dogs allowed?

A Google User | Oct 12, 2018
Paul Nicolaides | Oct 12, 2018

Yup, keep them leashed though

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Is it free to go

venice sylvas | Oct 11, 2020
Nicolaas Staalberg | Oct 11, 2020

Yes.

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Hiking safe for kids? Any snakes or scorpions?

Jenny Aanenson | Oct 12, 2018
Pamela Mercado | Oct 12, 2018

Papago Park is a desert scenery there is snakes scorpions and other Little Critters so you need to take the same care as you would if you were hiking in the desert seldom is any snakes seen in the picnic areas or along the water areas it's a great place for children to fish along with adults if 15 or older you do need a fishing permit my children are in their 30s I would take them all the time along with my grandchildren now and we've seen no snakes or scorpions but I guarantee you there out there

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What is the admissions to Papago park?

Barbara | Oct 12, 2019
Kevin Mullins | Oct 12, 2019

The park itself is free. There is a price to go to the zoo and the botanical garden

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Every Activity free

A.N.S | Oct 12, 2018
Neil Kewenvoyouma | Oct 12, 2018

What do you mean by "Every?" You can hike, walk, run, bike, climb the buttes... You do need a fishing license/permit.

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Does it have a bike rack?

Kelsey Follett | Feb 13, 2022
Margaret E Turner | Feb 13, 2022

Yes there is an area where you can lock your bike and climb the trails. Enjoy your time. It is beautiful.

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Can you bring speaker for music in the picnic area?

Sarah Maxwell-Taylor | Oct 11, 2021
erica | Oct 11, 2021

As long as it's not concert type equipment and just a small personal speaker, I think you'll be just fine

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Can we bbq for easter i heard we won't be available too

Helica Lopez | Oct 11, 2021
ALAN DEE | Oct 11, 2021

I believe no BBQ grills. The parking lots will be closed. The City of Phoenix is trying to control large gatherings. The Park is open.

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Can you use paddle boards the ponds

Scott Cleary | Oct 11, 2021
Gabriela Ramos-Stuart | Oct 11, 2021

No

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Are masks required?

Svetlana Valkova | Oct 11, 2021
Deb Watson | Oct 11, 2021

AZ does not enforce but suggests distance and masking

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How much is admission

Leida Garcia | Oct 11, 2021
Jesus Kbo | Oct 11, 2021

Nothing to the place does not pay any value

is there parking close to the lakes

Barb Randall | Oct 11, 2020
Rex Barrong | Oct 11, 2020

Lots of parking at Papago.

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please which the amount to be paid to enter the zoo papago park?

Ione Meure | Oct 11, 2020
Nelson Michael | Oct 11, 2020

It's like $25 per adult and $16 per kid over 3yrs old for daytime admission.

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Can we take our own grill?

Angelic Huizar | Oct 11, 2020
Melissa Malzahn | Oct 11, 2020

Yes, but there are grills also.

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Can u still bbq at papago park

Joseph Esquivel | Oct 12, 2019
Benji Bloom | Oct 12, 2019

Yes you can. Very nice family outing

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Can you mountain bike?

Joe Trapp | Oct 12, 2019
Ed & Rebecca St Clair | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

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Are horses allowed on the Papago trails or by the lakes?

Nicole Bonilla | Oct 12, 2019
Angie Davis | Oct 12, 2019

Yes, from what i have read

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Is this a nice place to get married?

Fatima Garcia | Oct 12, 2019
John Spencer | Oct 12, 2019

It's a perfect and very beautiful place people go for hikes. Most go for pictures in front of the tunnels of this park. You will need to cater every thing.

What would I have to do to collect samples (without damaging anything) of one of the native plants here? Is there a permit I would be able to obtain?

Anna-Maria De Carolis | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Braden | Oct 12, 2019

Visit the desert botanical garden or their fall & spring plant sales. See: www.dbg.org/ or photograph the specimen & make your way to the nearest nursery.

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Haven't been on the bike trail in a while are they still safe or are there areas to avoid

Michael Christopher | Oct 12, 2018
Michael Robinson | Oct 12, 2018

Main trail is easy going.

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Can you vape here at Papago Park

YURI VALLE | Oct 12, 2018
Howard Rains | Oct 12, 2018

Yes, you can

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POW camp site remains?

Bernard Siler | Oct 12, 2018
Ray Brown | Oct 12, 2018

I did hear that a guy cam into town and the sheriff picked him up and drove him to opposite side of town(exit). Then when he came back they arrested him and used high pressure waterhose to take him a bath. The guy broke free and hid in the forest and kicked all their a$ses unit his commander saved cops from this guy. But thats what i heard.

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Is there free parking at the park area

Dianna Russell | Oct 12, 2018
Andrea N | Oct 12, 2019

Most areas in the east valley have free parking. Phoenix has most of the paid parking lots.

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Are phoenix hiking trails open for presidents day?

Roy Estrada | Oct 12, 2018
Lola Anaya | Oct 12, 2018

I'm sure they are .

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Hey Do you know how long the trip will be from Show Low to Papago? We will be going on a day without traffic.

Lonnie | Oct 12, 2018
Phillip Ahmed | Oct 12, 2018

If you go to Google maps it will give you the estimated time based upon the currant traffic reports .

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Is this accessible for someone who has limited mobility, how far do you have to walk from parking to picnic?

Robin Brooks | Oct 12, 2018
Jennifer Rice | Oct 12, 2018

There are tables right next to the lot. It isn't a very rough terrain. Someone in a wheelchair most likely couldn't make it to the top of hole in the rock, but can certainly explore a bit, picnic and feed the ducks.

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What do I need to do I order to have my wedding ceremony here?

Chelsey Silvestro | Oct 12, 2018
Maria Vaidya | Oct 12, 2018

Contact city of phoenix parks for more info. Do you plan to kist jave rhr ceremony or reception as well? The tables are available for reservations

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I would like to have a meet up at hole in the rock where a group of photographers and models walk around the park and take pictures. Is this Okay?

Botanical Brother | Oct 12, 2018
Juston Arnold | Oct 12, 2018

Yes people do it every day!

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Is there a fee.

jerry starr | Oct 12, 2017
Vanessa Arzu (larzuga1) | Oct 12, 2017

No fee to enter the park but if you want to go to the zoo which is immediately next to it, then you have to pay to get in there.

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How are the hiking trails

Suzanna Morales | Oct 12, 2017
Linda Careatti | Oct 12, 2017

Yes. There are short easy trails.

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Do we have to hike to see animals?

Selina Pulliam | Oct 12, 2017
Pete Masiel | Oct 12, 2017

Selina, Hayden is correct. The zoo offers a small train that narrates as it gives you a tour of the zoo.

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Can you take quinceañera picture

Lupi Garcia | Apr 14, 2022
Corrina Blackwell | Apr 14, 2022

I don't see why not people take pictures all over up there and around there so I would think you could its a little bit of a hike so she would need to wear good shoes to climb and hike to top then put high heels or dress shoes on for the picture and change back to go down if you go to top that is.

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Do they rent bikes at the the park?

tammy k | Dec 15, 2021
Karen Oliver | Dec 15, 2021

They don't have bike rentals at the park itself, but there are a few places near by that do. Check out the Bicycle Cellar if that's not too much out of the way for you, have fun!

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Hello, I wanted to know what the cost of the visit and what is the best time to visit if I plan to go to the zoo

isabel margarita lopez honorato | Oct 11, 2021
Latanya Jefferson | Oct 11, 2021

$30 for adults.. go early closes @ 1pm

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Is there RV parking spots for day use at Hole in the Rock area?

Kathy Ladigan | Oct 11, 2021
Eddie Cleaves jr | Oct 11, 2021

There are plenty of parking for cars and RVs 👍

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Is this place currently open

AAAM Limon | Oct 11, 2020
Terence Martin | Oct 11, 2020

Yessss:)

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Are there any jungle gyms, world gyms, or other fixtures you can use for workouts like pull ups, dips, etc?

Michael Soriano | Oct 11, 2020
Dwayne Thompson | Oct 11, 2020

No

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what fish are in the lake

Lxsot | Oct 11, 2020
Tony Scriven | Oct 11, 2020

All kinds. Lakes in Phoenix are stocked regularly with the same fish served up in top restaurants. A website with schedule is available.

Are kids power wheels allowed?

Jay Ortiz | Oct 11, 2020
Mike Bryant | Oct 11, 2020

Yeps

Howuch does is the zoo part?

William Knight | Oct 11, 2020
Lisa Powell | Oct 11, 2020

$25.00 for adults and $17.00 for kids. If this is what you are asking.

What is hunts tomb

Sandy Linder | Oct 11, 2020
Linda Block | Oct 11, 2020

Burial site former official

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Can dogs swim anywhere in this park

Kelly Robson | Oct 11, 2020
Kevin O May | Oct 11, 2020

No

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Is there a basketball court

jathan | Oct 11, 2020
Laura Pugh | Oct 11, 2020

Across the street is a court

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What time frame are you allowed to park off of mcdowell

Jennifer Ault | Oct 12, 2019
Jennifer Ault | Oct 12, 2019

I went this morning, they have no parking signs in effect from 8:30pm-5:30am to avoid people parking overnight off of mcdowell.

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Are there any designated swimming areas?

Mr. Jax | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Hales | Oct 12, 2019

No swimming, fishing yes

What the earliest time I can get in?

Stephanie Cuevas | Oct 12, 2019
Matt Crawford | Oct 12, 2019

6 am

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Is there an entrance deadline to camp here?

Jennifer Marmon | Oct 12, 2019
Jerry Phillips | Oct 12, 2019

There is no camping allowed here and no overnight parking. It is only a day area

Can you camp in th park

WAYNE Bias | Oct 12, 2019
Rafi Pafi | Oct 12, 2019

Negative, unless you want to sleep next homeless folks

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Is it free to see the animals??

Lauren Bennett | Oct 12, 2019
Jake Larrabee | Oct 12, 2019

The zoo isnt free but with a pogo pass you could get in for free twice per pass.

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Is it stroller accessible

tiera Green | Oct 12, 2019
Amanda Richardson | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

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How much is it to get in for a family of 5

Marie Valdez | Oct 12, 2019
Maria Watson | Oct 12, 2019

Park entry is free, the zoo and botanical gardens may have an entry fee though

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Are the trails easy and safe for a 5 and 4 year old children?

Yared Torres-Casanas | Oct 12, 2019
Gina Perez | Oct 12, 2019

We pretty much have been taken our daughter's there since they could walk even carrying them up there it's beautiful for sightseeing really

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Can u still bbq at the papago park

Joseph Esquivel | Oct 12, 2019
Vijay Sane | Oct 12, 2019

Doubtful, better check local notifications.

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are there elec outlets for fans?

Joey Lopez | Oct 12, 2019
Isela Lopez De Torres | Oct 12, 2019

Yes, some ramadas has electric outlets

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How far Is It from the botanical garden? Walking distance or any transport needed?

Alessandro Molle | Oct 12, 2019
Joseph Pavel | Oct 12, 2019

They share the same parking lot. It's an easy walk.

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What time are they open for easter tommorow

RoBeRt SaNcHeZ | Oct 12, 2019
John Sorber | Oct 12, 2019

They are open, I was just there.

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Is there a fee?

Rhonda Kramer | Oct 12, 2019
Weston Alvey (Hefti Westi) | Oct 12, 2019

No it's free. It is right across from the Phoenix Zoo

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Are horses allowed on the trails? And by the lake and pond?

Nicole Bonilla | Oct 12, 2019
Alan Weaver | Oct 12, 2019

No

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Looking to find out if this is the address to go for community service?

Cheryl Bowne | Oct 12, 2019
Ryan B. | Oct 12, 2019

I have never been there for probation... I do community service, I can maybe post a pic of the sheet they should have given you, all these places do two for one, work 5 hours they write down 10.

Is there any fee

Evelyn Streuli | Oct 12, 2019
Lee Teck Leong | Oct 12, 2019

The park entry is free but those musuem within the park have to pay.

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Are there electrical outlets at Ramada 9?

Chippy Hanna | Oct 12, 2019
J. Smith | Oct 12, 2019

I didnt pay attention. Just walked around for exercise.

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Can you grill here? Is there a fee to picnic?

Rae Nikki | Oct 12, 2019
Jaune Farrar | Oct 12, 2019

No fees! I believe there are pavilions with grill stations

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Is there an entry fee for the park?

jody Holland | Oct 12, 2019
Ed Tick | Oct 12, 2019

Papago Park itself is a Phoenix Municipal Park, free no entry pass needed whatsoever but the zoo and the botanical gardens however have entry fees

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Are there restrooms at the start of the park?

Rick Stephenson | Oct 12, 2019
Rewa Franklin | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

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Does it cost to enter ?

SWEDE62 Upsala | Oct 12, 2019
Sombir Palit | Oct 12, 2019

no. entry is free.

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How much does it cost per person?

Jesus Hernandez | Oct 12, 2019
Sriram Balaji | Oct 12, 2019

The park is free!

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Is there cellphone reception there ??

Cristina González | Oct 12, 2019
Cecilia Anthony | Oct 12, 2019

I have Cricket wireless & had no trouble with cell phone reception.

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Is there any Fee?

Muhammad Suhaib | Oct 12, 2019
Cecilia Anthony | Oct 12, 2019

No

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Can you fish there

Gina Hauser | Oct 12, 2018
HR Hamada | Oct 12, 2018

Yes but you need an urban fishing license. It is stocked well. But if fishing is the only objective, some of the other urban lakes are probably better. But if liesure and family activities are important, this is great

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Do I need a permit to photograph here?

Justine Garcia | Oct 12, 2018
Shauna Smullen | Oct 12, 2018

No

Is there tent camping?

Tami Tucker | Oct 12, 2018
James Mcardle | Oct 12, 2018

No

Can you drive up/walk up and get married at the park with your own officiant?

Heather Shouse | Oct 12, 2018
Kelly Redstone | Oct 12, 2018

You can drive up to the base of hole in the rock. And it is a easy walk up to the cave. But I would definitely wear appropriate shoes getting up there, that is if you plan on wearing heels with your wedding dress. Congratulations by the way. 🤗🤗

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Is this area normally populated? I am trying to figure out if it is safe to go alone or not? Im mostly trying to go see the garden and hole in the rock.

Edna Valero | Oct 12, 2018
Melanie Allen | Oct 12, 2018

I've been there many times. Short and sweet hike but please always keep water. Best go with someone to play it safe. Are you new to the area?

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I understand that the park closes at 7 but sunset is at 735 usually and I would like to get some great photos. Is this at all possible?

JoAnna Johnson | Oct 12, 2018
Edward Swartz | Oct 12, 2018

Yeah, just let them know what you are doing. I'm sure that they will understand.

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What is the zoo like? Are animals roaming in open areas, or are they in cages?

jenny meyer | Oct 12, 2018
Vanessa Glady | Oct 12, 2018

The zoo has many different type of enclosures. There is an African Savana, a mountain area for the mountain sheep, and other open areas for various animals. Some of the smaller animals are in smaller enclosures. Make sure you allow plenty of time to see them all.

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Are open fires allowed?

yovillianify yovillianify | Oct 12, 2018
Lance Chugg | Oct 12, 2018

No

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Is there some kind of storage facility? So I don't have to carry my bags around the park.

Carolina Arroyo | Oct 12, 2018
Jesus Quezada | Oct 12, 2018

Sorry is construction new

How much are the tickets

Narciso Saldana | Oct 12, 2018
carolyn anglin | Oct 12, 2018

The park is free for day use only nice clean grounds an bathrooms are clean. It is hard to find a spot on week-ends need to get there early. 7:00 to 11:pm.

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Is there a fire restriction at Papago park, do you need a propane grill to cook?

Sylvia Molina | Oct 12, 2018
Wolfgang Marconi | Oct 12, 2018

Hi Sylvia, to the best of my knowledge no restrictions. You may use what you have available. Grill's are provided for your convenience. WOLFGANG

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Is there a fire restriction at Papago park? Do you need a propane grill?

Sylvia Molina | Oct 12, 2018
Judy Halamicek | Oct 12, 2018

I do not know. I would check with park management..

What is the bathroom situtation like? Are there any and if so, what type of facilities?

Brian Dunn | Oct 12, 2018
Sheila T | Oct 12, 2018

At the bottom of the MOUTIAN there are facilities

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How long will the construction be blocking the north walking/running trail? Is there an alternate route around the north end during the blockage?

Wolfgang Nyland | Oct 12, 2018
Wolfgang Nyland | Oct 12, 2018

Nothing is blocked in south side from light rail, but its blocked all the way up to McDowell on the north end, including the whole north trail.

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Yes But Make share your dog is on a rope so he doesn't get lost on

GalaxyCookie | Oct 12, 2018
wendy kersey | Oct 12, 2018

Dame rules as u would to park

where is the playground in reference to the hole in the rock

Rebecca Stanke | Oct 12, 2018
Mark Finch | Oct 12, 2018

There are three sides of Papago Park. The south west side where most people go hike. The north west where there are baseball/softball and the south east between the zoo and botanical garden. The Hole in the Rock is in the South East side of Galvin and McDowell rd. Buried in the far east side. Although I can't recall seeing any play ground there. Although Supai Middle School is across the canal and they have play grounds but I'm not sure if they are open to the public. I think it is a circuitous route also as the canal blocks cross traffic so it is buried in the middle of the neighborhood. Hope that helps.

Are they having North Dakota Days in March?

Mathew Ell | Oct 12, 2018
Lin Hammond | Oct 12, 2018

Looked on their site and saw nothing.

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How I go through the Papago Park?

Delia Laguna | Oct 12, 2018
Mario Escalante | Oct 12, 2018

The entrance of the park is the same as the Phoenix zoo. Just follow the road going left and it'll take you to the park.

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Where do they practice Tai Chi

Linda Moore | Oct 12, 2018
Clyde Brown | Oct 12, 2018

Sorry, ask google. Try to call the park.

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Does it really close at seven? You can't go on trails any later ?

Miranda Herrera | Oct 12, 2018
Prajakta Sukhatme | Oct 12, 2018

It officially closes at 7 but you can still go on trails

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Is this open on Christmas Day?

Pat Baker | Oct 12, 2018
Robert Peeples | Oct 12, 2018

Yes 6am to 7pm. The Botanical Gardens are open 8am to 8pm.

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Are motorcycle allowed

Liliana Gonzalez | Oct 12, 2018
Chad Anderson | Oct 12, 2018

Not on trails

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Do it have fishing areas?

Ángel Orellana | Oct 12, 2017
Matthew Bühl | Oct 12, 2017

Indeed

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