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There are hundreds of picnic tables and sites throughout the Maricopa County Parks System. Many of these locations include a grill, with nearby restrooms. Some picnic sites are covered, allowing for hours of outdoor enjoyment. Covered ramadas are also available and make the ideal setting for a wedding, party, or group gathering. For a nominal fee, visitors can reserve an area within the park for a wide variety of activities.

Picnicking is available at these Maricopa County Parks. Click on the below links for more information on picnicking at the park, including site maps and group picnic sites.

 

The Perfect Morning Hike-Estrella
Fitness Friday! North Hike - McDowell
Snake Feeding at White Tank Park
Animal Hide and Seek - Flashlight Night Walk - Usery Park

Sunrise Fitness Hike - Usery Park - 5/10/2008
Dog Day Hike-Estrella - 5/10/2008
Dog Walk - 5/10/2008
Pipeline Canyon Hike - Lake Pleasant - 5/10/2008
Rocks and Streams Walk - Spur Cross - 5/10/2008
Saguaro Blossoms for Mom - Mother's Day on Saturday - Usery Park - 5/10/2008
Mom Loves Critters! - 5/10/2008
Build A Wildlife Habitat In Your Backyard-Estrella - 5/10/2008
Snake Feeding-Estrella - 5/10/2008
"Mother" Nature Hike at Sunset - San Tan - 5/10/2008
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General Park Hours
Sun-Thu: 6am-8pm
Fri-Sat: 6am-10pm
- 365 days a year 

Headquarters Admin Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
except holidays 

Maricopa County Parks & Recreation Dept.
Headquarters Administrative Offices
234 N. Central Ave, Suite 6400
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Ph: 602-506-2930 Fax: 602-506-4692
maricopacountyparks@mail.maricopa.gov
 
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