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Eldorado Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,427 Google reviews · Running trail in Scottsdale, Arizona · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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Confirmed from Eldorado Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Outdoor sanctuary offering fishing lakes, a pool & fields for sports such as softball & soccer.
What runners say about Eldorado Park
“The park is also incredibly well-maintained, with clean and well-kept facilities.”
“The park is stunning, with green grass, beautiful lakes, and trees and plants.”
“We also enjoyed a peaceful walk around the lake, taking in the beautiful surroundings and watching the ducks and other wildlife.”
I recently visited El Dorado Park in Scottsdale, AZ, with my family, and it was a great experience. The park is stunning, with green grass, beautiful lakes, and trees and plants. The scenery was relaxing, and we could disconnect from the world and unwind.
We come here often to walk our three dogs. In the evenings it’s usually much more crowded than the early mornings. I’ve seen a ton of wildlife when I walk in the mornings. I like how there are trails that can go on for miles but they also loop back around if you don’t want to walk as far.
If you are looking for a great place to walk, ride your bike or run... El Dorado Park is great place to go. I particularly like it in the morning when all the ducks are out and about. People are friendly and you will get a "Good Morning" from all that pass by.
Nice clean and quite park! So many paths to walk and lots of water. Love the fire work display they have during 4th of July and the Halloween festival! My only suggestion would be the park needs updated paint. The walls look very dry and dated.
Trail conditions & character
“The park is stunning, with green grass, beautiful lakes, and trees and plants.”
“We also enjoyed a peaceful walk around the lake, taking in the beautiful surroundings and watching the ducks and other wildlife.”
“Great place to also just watch people walking their dogs, running, strolling around with their babies”
Plan your run at Eldorado Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitescottsdaleaz.gov
- Phone+1 480-312-2483
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
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