Lake Pleasant Regional Park

Lake Pleasant Regional Park's shoreline is dotted with marinas and campgrounds, and on a hot weekend, the lake is bustling with powerboats and Jet Skis racing in all directions. The lake gets quieter further out on the shoreline, and you'll see sailboats gliding by, propelled by the warm desert winds.

The park has county campsites, several of which have beachfront sites, and reservations are suggested if you want a prime spot. This is one of the best camping locations around Phoenix. Private RV parks, in addition to the campsites, provide additional accommodation options. The marinas hire out a variety of powered watercraft. Cruises around the lake are also worth checking out if you'd rather let someone else drive. If you want to go for a paddle, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards may be rented as well. Those who are brave may go on the giant waterslide, which will rocket you into the air before splashing down into the lake.