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Community Spotlight: Rio Vista Community Park
Right off of the loop 101 and Thunderbird is a park and recreation space offering picnic areas, a playground, a splash pad, and facilities for sports. Rio Vista Park is a treasure of the city of Peoria here in the West Valley. It is a well-maintained park outside of Phoenix that offers a wide range of opportunities for you and your family too. Features Recreation Center Located inside of Rio Vista Community Park, the Rio Vista Recreation Center is designed to be a versatile, family-friendly facility. Its numerous amenities and programs are intended to engage residents and promote healthy lifestyles. The Recreation Center is home to a number of firsts in Peoria,…
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White Tanks Regional Park: A Treasure of the West Valley
Jennifer Quinn & Recreation Opportunities A huge benefit of living in the west valley of Phoenix is the close proximity of Maricopa County’s largest regional park, White Tanks Regional Park. Consisting of 29,271 acres of desert and mountain landscape, this is a popular attraction for hiking, biking, horseback riding, seasonal hunting, camping, and more. It is equipped with bathroom facilities, benches, and ramadas throughout the park. Close to the waterfall trailhead there is even a playground for the kids. Library & Nature Center As one enters the park you may notice the beautiful library and nature center located near the entrance on the north side of the road. The nature…
