Dobbins Lookout

About

Scenic observation point with an elevation of 2,330 feet, accessible by hiking or driving.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 5,713 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 20 rated parks we list in Phoenix.

It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM — which makes planning simple. 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

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 5,713 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Phoenix
Measured against the 20 rated parks we track in Phoenix.
A genuine local landmark
5,713 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 7:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
5,713 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. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days

Hours

Monday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Amenities

Family Friendly

Restrooms

Parking Available

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Common questions about Dobbins Lookout

What is Dobbins Lookout?

Scenic observation point with an elevation of 2,330 feet, accessible by hiking or driving. It is a park in Phoenix, AZ, at 10919 South Central Avenue.

What are the opening hours at Dobbins Lookout?

Dobbins Lookout is open 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day of the week.

Are there restrooms at Dobbins Lookout?

Yes, restrooms are available at Dobbins Lookout.

Is there parking at Dobbins Lookout?

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

Is Dobbins Lookout good for kids?

Yes — Dobbins Lookout is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Dobbins Lookout rated?

Dobbins Lookout holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,713 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

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