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Nestled at the base of the McDowell Mountains in the Verde River basin, McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a recreational paradise. This 21,000-acre park is located 50 minutes from Phoenix. Visitors can walk, bike, or ride horses on miles of hiking trails and see spectacular views of the mountains and desert plants and wildlife. The park also offers camping and picnic areas and Arizona’s dark skies make McDowell Park a great place for stargazing! Special stargazing events are held on Saturday nights throughout the year. The park is open to visitors all year round.
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