Papago Park, Urban park and natural preserve in Phoenix and Tempe, United States.
The 1,500-acre park features red sandstone geological formations, desert plants, multiple trails, and interconnected pathways through the Sonoran Desert landscape.
The area served as a settlement for the Hohokam people, who used the natural rock formations to track seasonal changes from 300 BCE to 1450 CE.
The Desert Botanical Garden maintains 50,000 desert plants, representing global arid regions and local species within several specialized exhibition areas.
The park opens from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM east of Galvin Parkway and sunrise to sunset west of Galvin Parkway, with trails accessible until 11:00 PM.
The Hole-in-the-Rock formation contains apertures that align with the sun's position, functioning as an ancient calendar system for agricultural planning.
Location: Phoenix
Location: Tempe
Location: Arizona
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Operator: City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department
Address: 625 North Galvin Parkway 85008 Phoenix
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 05:30-23:00
Phone: +6024955458
Website: https://phoenix.gov/parks/trails/locations/papago
GPS coordinates: 33.45189,-111.94436
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:06
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