Scottsdale Parks, Tempe Town Lake Hole in the Rock Hike

4.8
(21 reviews)
Scottsdale, USA

1 hour 55 minutes (approximately)

Great views from the Valley of the Sun famous Hole in the Rock as you bike and then Hike! Enjoy the Scottsdale Greenbelt Park system and head into the Rio Salado Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park as we meet and take you for a fun 12-mile 1.45-hour tour. Your tour includes a history of Tempe Town Lake, Papago Park, the Valley of the Sun, and the Rio-Salado Salt River development project.
Included: Guided tour, bikes, neck gaiter & backpack to use for your water and personal items. We will ride on some dirt paths.
Required: Good riding ability and ability to control a bike on a dirt path and enjoy a short hike.

What's Included

Use of bicycle
Backpack for use, face gaiter, helmet (required)
Bottled water
Guide Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located at 7901 East Thomas, #106 Arizona E-bike Tours. Make sure your gps takes you there, not into Phoenix. Call if you have questions.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    You will experience the Scottsdale Greenbelt Bike path system through Eldorado Park on your way down to Tempe Town Lake.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A World Class Park with a championship Disc Golf Course is part of the Scottsdale Greenbelt system as you head into the Tempe Habitat Wash area and the Rio Salado Riverway.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tempe Town Lake

    Discover the history of the Rio Salado Project and the recreational value of Tempe Town Lake and surrounding areas including the Salt River.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Hole in the Rock

    We tour through Papago Park, a Valley of the Sun desert oasis full of trails for hiking and biking. Enjoy views of the Zoo and Botanical Garden and the full Valley of the Sun. You will stop at the Hole in the Rock for a light easy hike.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Hunt's Tomb

    Great views of the Valley of the Sun and learn about the Sonoran Desert and Hunts Tomb overlooking the Phoenix Zoo

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Discover where Hayden's Ferry shuttled people across the River and learn about Hohokam Indian Farming in the area from 1000 years ago.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    View where Tempe hosts great events for the community.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Good balance is required and we recommend 5'2" and above.
Supplied by Greenbelt Bike Tours of Scottsdale

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Tags

Hiking Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Bike Tours
E-Bike Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.8 Based on 21 21 reviews
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