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Southeast Valley

This corner of metro Phoenix is defined by university life, family fun and the ruggedly beautiful Superstition Mountains. Arizona State University is located in Tempe, which plays host to some of the region’s biggest outdoor parties. Mesa is an agritourism hub and the spring-training home of the Chicago Cubs, and Gilbert boasts a burgeoning downtown filled with independent eateries.

Things to Do

  • Tempe Beach Park

    This 25-acre park features hiking and biking paths and water recreation on Tempe Town Lake.

  • Mesa Arts Center

    Arizona's largest arts center is home to exhibits and entertainment in four theaters, five art galleries, and 14 art studios.

  • San Tan Mountain Regional Park

    San Tan Mountain Regional Park's trails get hikers and riders up-close to lower Sonoran Desert wildlife, plant life and scenic mountain views.

  • Queen Creek Olive Mill

    Tours are offered hourly at Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona's first working olive farm and mill.

  • Rawhide Western Town

    Rawhide is an authentic replica of an 1880's town complete with a Main Street, gunfights, stagecoach and train rides, and the Steakhouse & Saloon.

  • Lost Dutchman State Park

    The park, named after a fabled lost mine, offers a variety of hiking trails in the Superstition Mountains.

  • The Farm at Agritopia

    Tour a working urban farm in the Agritopia community, purchase produce and enjoy farm-to-table fare at Joe's Farm Grill.

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