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Lit Trails for Early & Night Runs in Arizona
Arizona has 55 trails with lights for night running in this directory, across 24 cities and towns — Phoenix, Mesa, Flagstaff, Tucson and 20 more. Lights for the pre-dawn start and the after-work run once winter takes the evenings.
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Hole in the Rock
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,273 reviews
Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion.
Fountain Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 6,318 reviews
Town park with a lake & fountain, 18-hole disc golf course, playground & picnic areas on 64-acres.
Phoenix Mountains Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 6,204 reviews
Group of parks with mountain & desert hiking trails, plus an abundance of cacti & native wildlife.
Fort Tuthill County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,775 reviews
Sprawling area with archery & equestrian facilities plus trails, fairgrounds & an adventure course.
Surprise Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,570 reviews
Popular park with a fishing pond, gazebos & BBQ grills, plus a playground & paved walking path.
Red Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,147 reviews
Green space housing facilities for sports from baseball to volleyball, plus picnicking sites.
Piestewa Peak Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,928 reviews
Park with miles of trails & a scenic 2,608-foot summit which is a popular destination for hikers.
Buffalo Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,307 reviews
215-acre park offers a 2-mile hiking loop trail, picnicking space, wildlife & scenic mountain views.
Glendale Heroes Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,331 reviews
A city park with playgrounds, water play area, skate & BMX facility, picnicking, basketball & more.
Mormon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,803 reviews
Rugged, uphill hiking spot with desert scenery & picturesque views of the city.
Tumamoc Hill Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,652 reviews
Peaceful walking & running trail with views on an expansive ecological reservation.
Sundance Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,595 reviews
Park featuring a shaded playground, picnic shelters & a dog park, plus athletic fields.
Crossroads at Silverbell District Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,459 reviews
A big green space featuring ball fields and courts for various sports as well as several playgrounds.
Fain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,291 reviews
Community park with a lake for fishing, hiking trails, picnic areas & a refurbished stamp mill.
Thunderbird Conservation Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,222 reviews
Large desert park featuring hiking, equestrian & mountain biking trails, bird watching & picnicking.
Gates Pass Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,222 reviews
Picturesque natural area & walking spot known for desert scenery & striking sunsets.
Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,038 reviews
Expansive public park with miles of hiking & biking trails winding through rocky desert terrain.
Paloma Community Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 939 reviews
Watery park with a playground, open fields and a splash pad.
Humphreys Peak Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 870 reviews
Highest peak in Arizona with a demanding hiking trail, plus panoramic views.
Mountain Valley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 850 reviews
Recreational space with a skate ramp and a soccer field as well as baseball courts. Playground features swings and slides, plus there's a splash pad.
Piestewa Peak Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Trio of trails, boasting panoramic views, desert foliage, and steep rock formations for all fitness levels.
Phoenix Mountain Preserve - 40th St. Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 706 reviews
Moderate hiking area (kid-friendly, too) offering a range of paths that vary in altitude and difficulty.
Red Mountain District Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 587 reviews
City park offering lighted baseball & soccer fields, plus picnic areas, over 1,146 desert acres.
Villago Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 456 reviews
Clean park featuring a playground, tennis and basketball courts, plus picnic areas.
Golden Eagle Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Park with sports facilities such as baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and a playground.
"A" Mountain Tempe
4.7 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Popular for hiking, this butte at Arizona State University features a 60-foot, concrete letter "A."
Crossroads District Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Recreational area with a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, baseball fields, and dog park.
Tibshraeny Family Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 272 reviews
Public park featuring picnic tables, a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, restrooms, and a trail.
Arizona Veterans Memorial (Eternal Flame)
4.8 ★★★★★ 243 reviews
Riverfront recreation space, also known as the Eternal Flame, dedicated to veterans.
The Barn & Trailside Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 237 reviews
Public park with a pond, walking paths, and a barn that hosts events.
Viewpoint Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Public park with a playground, basketball courts, picnic areas, and soccer field.
Desert Discovery Nature Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
0.4-mile paved loop trail with interpretive signs of the area's flora & fauna, plus shady benches.
Ponderosa Trails Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Small neighborhood park with a playground, picnic/BBQ shelter, walking path & portable restrooms.
Desert Rose Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 201 reviews
Basketball court and fitness stations in a compact open space, plus playground sets.
Quail Creek-Veterans Municipal Park - Town of Sahuarita
4.6 ★★★★★ 182 reviews
Clean outdoor space for picnics and leashed pets featuring 2 dog areas and a playground.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 172 reviews
Green park equipped with a splash pad, playground and rose garden along with trails.
Palo Verde Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 169 reviews
Park with an archaeological ruin & interpretive signs, plus shaded playgrounds & a basketball court.
Pecos Ranch Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Playground featuring a wood-chip base, swings and slides as well as shaded areas.
Piestewa Peak
4.8 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
Short hike offering panoramic views of the Phoenix skyline.
Estrella Foothills Bike Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 110 reviews
A little park featuring a pump track, jumps, berms and other mountain-biking features.
Wildlife Ridge Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 105 reviews
Baseball field, a playground and clean grassy areas, plus a sand volleyball court.
Shaw Butte Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 88 reviews
Hiking area with a trail leading to the top of a mountain for views of the city and desert.
Brown Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Hiking trail running about a quarter-mile, with steep sections and elevation gains to the top offering panoramic views.
First Crossing Day Use Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Hiking area with a picnic spot and a creek.
Cove Nixon Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 76 reviews
Lively park with basketball courts, soccer fields and swings.
Salt River Walking Path
4.5 ★★★★★ 64 reviews
Kid-friendly city park offering hiking trails.
Picacho Peak Summit
4.9 ★★★★★ 56 reviews
Hiking area featuring climbing and other activities.
Moreno Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 63 reviews
Park with a playground and picnic tables, plus facilities for basketball.
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