Arizona Falls

About

Restored hydroelectric plant & gathering place with waterfalls, a shaded viewing room & footbridge.

Reviews lean positive — 4.4 out of 5 across 2,095 Google reviews.

The gates never close, so an early run and a late walk are both on the table. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in Phoenix are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Phoenix.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.4 average from 2,095 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
A genuine local landmark
2,095 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open 24 hours
No gate times to work around — useful for sunrise starts and after-dark walks alike.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
2,095 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. With 24-hour access, the quiet end of the day is genuinely available to you.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
A light if you are going after dark

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Amenities

Family Friendly

Restrooms

Parking Available

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Common questions about Arizona Falls

What is Arizona Falls?

Restored hydroelectric plant & gathering place with waterfalls, a shaded viewing room & footbridge. It is a park in Phoenix, AZ, at 5802 E Indian School Rd.

What are the opening hours at Arizona Falls?

Arizona Falls is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Are there restrooms at Arizona Falls?

Yes, restrooms are available at Arizona Falls.

Is there parking at Arizona Falls?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is Arizona Falls good for kids?

Yes — Arizona Falls is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Arizona Falls rated?

Arizona Falls holds 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,095 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Phoenix has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including Dobbins Lookout, Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve and McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.