Lake Pleasant
Lake Pleasant Regional Park, one of the best recreational locations in the state and one of the biggest lakes in Arizona, is located in Peoria. The park lies 43 miles north of Phoenix, which contributes to its popularity, but it is also a stunning oasis with 7,500 arces of water surface. Scuba diving, stargazing, and moonlight scorpion hunting are all options for visitors to Lake Pleasant, in addition to the typical lake activities that leave from Pleasant Harbor Marina or Scorpion Bay Marina, such as boating, fishing, kayaking, Jet Skiing and camping, fishing, picnicking, boating, dining at water-side restaurants for youngsters.
Betty's Trail Rides offers guided one-, two-, and three-hour and half-day horseback rides in the desert as another land-based activity. You'll get stunning views of the Hells Canyon Wilderness Area on the two-hour ride, and on longer trips, you can search for local species including foxes, coyotes, javelina, and possibly a bobcat. There are a number of RV and tent camping areas with restrooms and showers where you can enjoy starry nights and the famously flaming Arizona sunsets. After a stressful work week, the peace of being on the boat in the late nights or perhaps all night helps you unwind. Enjoy the spectacular evening sunset before dropping anchor as it gets dark. Go swimming under the full moon. Cast a line and catch a large catfish. after which you can fall asleep under the stars on the yacht itself.
Location: Peoria
Area: 7,500 arces
