Base & Meridian Wildlife Area

Category: Park in Avondale, Arizona

Address: S Avondale Blvd, Avondale, AZ 85323, USA

Phone: +16029423000

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Jason Cook

Sep 7, 2022

Been coming here for over 6 years. Love it so much and our kids have a blast swimming and fishing.

Silvia Garcia

Aug 10, 2022

I like Tres Rios, but sadly on my last visit it was very, very dirty. It's a shame that people are so uncivilized.

Michael W.

Jun 18, 2022

Not what I expected

V

Jun 5, 2022

Nice morning outing fishing with my husband and son.

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Questions & Answers

Is there space to set up a small tow-behind camper?

Tj Thompson | Nov 4, 2020
Christopher Swindle | Nov 4, 2020

Not really sure, the signs say no overnight camping, but there's campgrounds 2 miles to the west in Estrella park

Can u take a peddle boat out on the water?

Tracie Adames | Nov 4, 2020
Ashley Ortiz | Nov 4, 2020

I've seen people out there on tiny little paddle boats. There are no posted rules people are out there swimming so I don't see why not.

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Can you camp out there?

crystal durgin | Nov 4, 2020
Buggs Bunny | Nov 4, 2020

Really it depends. You cant camp in the park but in the surrounding area theoretically you could it's pretty rough country and I wouldn't recommend camping.

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Are there any bathroom facilities?

Michele Ann | Nov 4, 2020
Mariah Cavazos | Nov 4, 2020

No No bathrooms or porta potty Nothing.... Gonna have to squat or hold it

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Can you eat the fish if you catch them here? What type of fish is typically caught?

Carley Teater | Nov 4, 2020
Buggs Bunny | Nov 4, 2020

Sure. It's a river so I don't see why not. I caught bass, but there is tilapia in there and they do get big! There is also an invasive species of catfish that has an unlimited bag limit and it is recommended you kill them instead of releasing them back to the water (they are an invasive specie that is out of control). I don't believe the invasive catfish is good to eating tho.

Can I hunt doves or quail in season with a license and a bb gun in this area?

rpkpfishing | Nov 5, 2019
Kathryn Vincent | Nov 5, 2019

Not sure but I don't think you can. Too many people wandering around there.

Do you have to pay to get it?

Kaylynn A | Nov 5, 2019
Juan Romero | Nov 5, 2019

Great place to go kayaking

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How far back to the water is it from the main gate that you come into? And where is the food vending area at that I seen in some of the pictures?

Christopher Nash | Nov 5, 2019
rpkpfishing | Nov 5, 2019

No food vending, bring your own food and drink

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Can you eat the fish down there. I heard few years back it was a no. Some thing bout mercry

Karson Jackie White | Nov 5, 2019
jaun Martinez | Nov 5, 2019

Its not so much the heavy metals as it is the water treatment plant up stream ... Heavy pesticide and sewage treatment byproducts

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Is this place stocked

Jose Escobar | Nov 5, 2019
rpkpfishing | Nov 5, 2019

Plenty of fish, but you have to know how to catch them

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Do I need a fishing license?

Curtis Brazile | Nov 5, 2019
Ben Perkins | Nov 5, 2019

Yes, you need a license to fish anywhere in az unless it's a private community lake, and then you usually need one of their private community licenses

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How much is the entrance fee?

Curtis Brazile | Nov 5, 2019
Jonathan Guerrero | Nov 5, 2019

https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/tresrios/permit Here's a link to fill out the form and get your access permit completely free.

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What type of fish are out there so I know what type of bait to be taking

Jose Escobar | Nov 5, 2019
Zoila Fiamengo | Nov 5, 2019

Blue Gill, spotted trout and bass

Is this the strip of land east of entrance to ISM racetrack? Can you shoot in this park?

Ruth Edmonds | Nov 5, 2019
Jonathan Guerrero | Nov 5, 2019

Can I hunt at Tres Rios?  Legal hunting opportunities are extremely limited at Tres Rios. Contact staff to discuss your options on City of Phoenix property. Hunting may only occur 1/4 mile away from occupied structures, in season, and with a valid hunting license and stamp. Rifle hunting and target shooting are not allowed in this area. Please report target shooting or other violations to the authorities and be aware of your surroundings when visiting Tres Rios. For more information, visit https://www.azgfd.com/hunting/. https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/tresrios/FAQs

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how do I get there? where's the entrance? I went there and I got lost. I'm coming from litchfield park.

Ana Martinez | Nov 5, 2018
Robert McCraw | Nov 5, 2018

You go south down Avondale Blvd and turn into the first entrance at PIR. There is a long strip of parking that you will see some cars at, most of the spots are disabled parking spaces for when the races are held.

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Can you legally swim here

Amanda Humphrey | Nov 5, 2018
Matt Haberkorn | Nov 5, 2018

Yes, but I am not sure you will want to. It's pretty muddy. Also, the water is treated effluent city water which means it's clean, you probably don't want to swim in it though.

Are dogs allowed at the park?

Anita Green | Nov 5, 2018
Xavier Burruel | Nov 5, 2018

It is a great place to take you dog! I have been going there for a few years. My dog is perfectly fine without a leash. I have had no issues there. Everyone is friendly and you can sometimes see other dogs walking with their owners. It is a great place to let your dog explore and have fun at their own pace. Mine loves to swim in the river!

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