Scottsdale Parks, Tempe Town Lake Hole in the Rock Hike

Great views from the Valley of the Sun famous Hole in the Rock as you bike and then Hike! Enjoy the Scottsdale Greenbelt Park system and head into the Rio Salado Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park as we meet and take you for a fun 12-mile 1.45-hour tour. Your tour includes a history of Tempe Town Lake, Papago Park, the Valley of the Sun, and the Rio-Salado Salt River development project. Included: Guided tour, bikes, neck gaiter & backpack to use for your water and personal items. We will ride on some dirt paths. Required: Good riding ability and ability to control a bike on a dirt path and enjoy a short hike.

1. 1

   Eldorado Park

   5 min

   You will experience the Scottsdale Greenbelt Bike path system through Eldorado Park on your way down to Tempe Town Lake.

2. 2

   Vista Del Camino Park

   5 min

   A World Class Park with a championship Disc Golf Course is part of the Scottsdale Greenbelt system as you head into the Tempe Habitat Wash area and the Rio Salado Riverway.

3. 3

   Tempe Town Lake

   15 min

   Discover the history of the Rio Salado Project and the recreational value of Tempe Town Lake and surrounding areas including the Salt River.

4. 4

   Hole in the Rock

   25 min

   We tour through Papago Park, a Valley of the Sun desert oasis full of trails for hiking and biking. Enjoy views of the Zoo and Botanical Garden and the full Valley of the Sun. You will stop at the Hole in the Rock for a light easy hike.

5. 5

   Hunt's Tomb

   10 min

   Great views of the Valley of the Sun and learn about the Sonoran Desert and Hunts Tomb overlooking the Phoenix Zoo

6. 6

   Tempe Beach Park

   Pass by

   Discover where Hayden's Ferry shuttled people across the River and learn about Hohokam Indian Farming in the area from 1000 years ago.

7. 7

   Tempe Center for the Arts

   Pass by

   View where Tempe hosts great events for the community.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Good balance is required and we recommend 5'2" and above.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.