Scottsdale Faves
Neighborhoods
Scottsdale is the hippest neighborhood in Phoenix! We are located less than 2 miles to Old Town Scottsdale’s bars, nightlife, restaurants and shopping. While visiting you’ll be just minutes away from essentials such as grocery stores, restaurants, parks and coffee shops.
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Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdScottsdale is the hippest neighborhood in Phoenix! We are located less than 2 miles to Old Town Scottsdale’s bars, nightlife, restaurants and shopping. While visiting you’ll be just minutes away from essentials such as grocery stores, restaurants, parks and coffee shops.
Sightseeing
Looking for the best place to drive (not hike) to get amazing photos of the city/mountains at sunset? Drive to the top of South Mountain to Dobbins Lookout!
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Dobbins Lookout
Looking for the best place to drive (not hike) to get amazing photos of the city/mountains at sunset? Drive to the top of South Mountain to Dobbins Lookout!
Just a 3 ½-hour drive from Scottsdale, the Grand Canyon is a must-see for any trip!
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Grand Canyon
Just a 3 ½-hour drive from Scottsdale, the Grand Canyon is a must-see for any trip!
Family Park
Beautiful park for families (less than 2 miles from the house)! Ponds, playgrounds, skate park, walking trails - super fun and over 60 acres to explore.
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El Dorado Park
2311 N Miller RdBeautiful park for families (less than 2 miles from the house)! Ponds, playgrounds, skate park, walking trails - super fun and over 60 acres to explore.
Such a great park right by the house (less than 2 miles)! 71-acre city park with sports fields, playgrounds & lakes.
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Vista Del Camino Park
7700 E Roosevelt StSuch a great park right by the house (less than 2 miles)! 71-acre city park with sports fields, playgrounds & lakes.
Hike
Camelback Mountain via Echo Canyon and Cholla Trail is a 4.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Paradise Valley, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from October until May.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/camelback-mountain-via-echo-canyon-and-cholla-trails
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Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveCamelback Mountain via Echo Canyon and Cholla Trail is a 4.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Paradise Valley, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from October until May.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/camelback-mountain-via-echo-canyon-and-cholla-trails
Lost Dog Wash Trail to Ringtail Trail Loop is a 4.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Fountain Hills, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/lost-dog-wash-trail-to-ringtail-trail-loop
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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead
12601 N 124th StLost Dog Wash Trail to Ringtail Trail Loop is a 4.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Fountain Hills, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/lost-dog-wash-trail-to-ringtail-trail-loop
Pinnacle Peak offers quite a bit of climbing and descending but the trail is wide enough for people to pass in each direction. Check out the great views from the lookout points or along the trail as you travel through the park!
Length: 1.75mi one way
Trail Type: Out and Back
Trailhead Elevation: 2570ft
Gain/Loss: +1300ft
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Kid Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Service dogs only
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Pinnacle Peak Park Main Trail
Pinnacle Peak Park Main TrailPinnacle Peak offers quite a bit of climbing and descending but the trail is wide enough for people to pass in each direction. Check out the great views from the lookout points or along the trail as you travel through the park!
Length: 1.75mi one way
Trail Type: Out and Back
Trailhead Elevation: 2570ft
Gain/Loss: +1300ft
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Kid Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Service dogs only
Gateway to Bell Pass is a 7.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from October until April. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
18333 N Thompson Peak PkwyGateway to Bell Pass is a 7.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from October until April. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Golf
The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale naturally gets all the attention for hosting the Waste Management Phoenix Open, thanks to the famous Par-3 16th known as ‘The Coliseum’. Everyone loves to play where the Pros play, however right across the street is the underrated Champions Course, which is less expensive and very walkable.
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TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell RdThe Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale naturally gets all the attention for hosting the Waste Management Phoenix Open, thanks to the famous Par-3 16th known as ‘The Coliseum’. Everyone loves to play where the Pros play, however right across the street is the underrated Champions Course, which is less expensive and very walkable.
North Scottsdale’s crown jewel and arguably the best public 36-hole facility in the area, with the Pinnacle Course top of recent Golf Monthly ‘Best Public Course in Arizona’ rankings, and the Monument Course just three behind. Recent course renovations by original designer and British Open Champion Tom Weiskopf have enhanced the experience further.
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Troon North Golf Club
10320 E Dynamite BlvdNorth Scottsdale’s crown jewel and arguably the best public 36-hole facility in the area, with the Pinnacle Course top of recent Golf Monthly ‘Best Public Course in Arizona’ rankings, and the Monument Course just three behind. Recent course renovations by original designer and British Open Champion Tom Weiskopf have enhanced the experience further.
Set in the Sonoran Desert and on land owned by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, We-Ko-Pa. offers two fantastic courses – Chollaand Saguaro. Unlike other Arizona golf courses, there are no homes, condos or townhomes lining these fairways…It is just you and the elements, with giant saguaros in the foreground framed by magnificent mountains in the distance.
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We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
18200 Wekopa WaySet in the Sonoran Desert and on land owned by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, We-Ko-Pa. offers two fantastic courses – Chollaand Saguaro. Unlike other Arizona golf courses, there are no homes, condos or townhomes lining these fairways…It is just you and the elements, with giant saguaros in the foreground framed by magnificent mountains in the distance.
Another great 36-hole facility, with both courses designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, and situated on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Adjacent to each other on flat land, and therefore very walkable, the O'odham (formerly North) course has a links feel whilst the Piipaash (formerly South) course is shorter but with more water and trees.
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Talking Stick Golf Club
9998 Talking Stick WayAnother great 36-hole facility, with both courses designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, and situated on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Adjacent to each other on flat land, and therefore very walkable, the O'odham (formerly North) course has a links feel whilst the Piipaash (formerly South) course is shorter but with more water and trees.
As its name would suggest, this unique resort sits in the Sonoran Desert foothills nestling among massive granite boulder formations. Quite a surreal setting for golf, with both Jay Morrish, designed championship courses offering spectacular views. The North, known for its challenging back-9 and is the older of the two, and The South has holes that go right up into the boulder formations.
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Boulders Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
34631 N Tom Darlington DrAs its name would suggest, this unique resort sits in the Sonoran Desert foothills nestling among massive granite boulder formations. Quite a surreal setting for golf, with both Jay Morrish, designed championship courses offering spectacular views. The North, known for its challenging back-9 and is the older of the two, and The South has holes that go right up into the boulder formations.
Both courses are amongst the top-rated public courses in Arizona with the Tom Fazio-designed Raptor Course having hosted the PGA Tour Frys.com Open from 2007-2009. The Talon Course features in Golf Magazine’s prestigious list of the “Top 100 You Can Play in the U.S.” for daily fee courses.
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Grayhawk Golf Club
8620 E Thompson Peak PkwyBoth courses are amongst the top-rated public courses in Arizona with the Tom Fazio-designed Raptor Course having hosted the PGA Tour Frys.com Open from 2007-2009. The Talon Course features in Golf Magazine’s prestigious list of the “Top 100 You Can Play in the U.S.” for daily fee courses.
Dog Park
If you're traveling with your pooch, this is one of the best dog parks in the Scottsdale area! They have their own dog park sectioned by big dogs and small dogs.
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Chaparral Park
5401 N Hayden RdIf you're traveling with your pooch, this is one of the best dog parks in the Scottsdale area! They have their own dog park sectioned by big dogs and small dogs.
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Backyard Massage
Looking for a relaxing afternoon? Book a mobile massage in the backyard under the covered patio! You can even get more than one masseuse for larger groups.
Phoenix Mobile Massage: Kim Baker (480) 776-9713
https://www.mobilemassagetherapyphoenix.com/
Mobile Massage: Kelly (480) 213-6524
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Mani/Pedi Poolside
Got a group who want mani/pedis? Get them poolside in the backyard with a mobile manicurist!
Anna's Home Nails (714) 588-8030
https://annashomenails.com/
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Catered Sushi
Looking for an extra special dinner? Create a custom platter of sushi for your guests and have delivered to your home!
Alex (480) 548-7072
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Personal Chef
If you're looking to take a night off from cooking, take a look around for a personal chef to come cook for your family or group!
TablesideGourmet.com
SimplyCelestes.com
WholeHealthEveryday.com
TasteofAmazing.com
ChefNooncs.com
SeasonsGourmetCatering.com
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Best Mexican Food in Old Town
Don't miss out on some of the best Mexican restaurants in the south! Old Town has so many awesome restaurants with great patio seating. Some may require reservations for large groups, so plan ahead.
Cien Agaves
Los Olivos Restaurant
Frank and Lupes
Barrio Queen
Diego Pops
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Best Bars & Clubs in Old Town
Ready to hit the town? Basically if you go to Old Town (on Scottsdale Rd) you're going to have a great night! But here are a few of the local favorites:
- El Hefe Mexican Restaurant: Lively bar featuring creative Mexican eats, cocktails & DJs in a funky, high-energy setting
- Bottled Blonde: This hip spot for pizza & elevated bar bites features games, ample outdoor seating & craft beers
- Modern Margarita: Hip, buzzing lounge crafting gourmet Mexican small plates & margaritas in unique flavors
- Chauncey Social: Nightclub & restaurant that offers cocktails, DJ or live music, and dancing
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Best Brunches in Scottsdale
It wouldn't be a vacation with out a Bottomless Champagne Brunch or Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar. :)
- Hash Kitchen
- Twist Bistro
- ZuZu Restaurant
- Maple & Ash
- The Blind Pig
- OEB Breakfast
- Butters Pancakes & Cafe
- Arcadia Farms Cafe
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Best Kids Activities
Gotta wear the little ones out! Here are a few fun ideas to add to your family vacation in Scottsdale (especially on hot days)!
Mavrix - bowling, arcade games, laser tag, etc.
Arizona Boardwalk - The aquarium, dinosaur exhibit & bumper boats, etc.
Butterfly Wonderland - Indoor rainforest with thousands of butterflies
OdySea Aquarium - Largest aquarium in the Southwest!
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix - water park in Phoenix
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park - train rides for kids
https://nscottsdale.macaronikid.com/guides
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Babysitter Services
Looking for a date night out? There are local sitters available through Sitters Select.
www.sittersselect.com
"Each of our sitters are education majors studying at the college level or are already educators. Of course everyone on our team is CPR & First Aid Certified, Background Checked and has their Fingerprint Clearance Card. But we don’t stop there, we believe in learning through play and reducing screen time. That’s why our sitters come equipped with age appropriate kits from which your kiddos will not just learn, they’ll have fun too! "