Picnic at the Park

by Katie Lucas

The weather is beginning to cool, which means it's the perfect time for a nice, open-air, physically distanced picnic! Here are some of the best places to get outside and enjoy your favorite picnic recipes at.

Encanto Park

Encanto Park has been named one of America ’ s Best City Parks by Forbes, and with good reason. Encanto Park's scenic oasis makes it the perfect site for your next picnic. Though the onsite amusement park is aimed at kids ages 2-10, the park has something for everyone in the family.

Sahuaro Ranch Park

The crown jewel of Glendale's park system, Sahuaro Ranch Park offers users both a recreational and historic experience. Visitors can picnic, play on the playgrounds, smell the roses, view peacocks, explore the old ranch grounds or play a ball game.

Steele Indian School Park

Steele Indian School Park is the premiere special event park in central Phoenix. It boasts 72 acres of green grass, mature shade trees and a historic setting.The north side of the park features a playground, two half-court basketball courts and two sand volleyball courts. Ramadas provide shade for picnics and parties. McCormick-Stillman Park McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park has a bit of everything. There is an antique carousel, museum and a few options for snacks and sweets nestled between the playgrounds, ramadas and green grass. Don ’t forget to bring a couple bucks to ride the train and see the McCormick Historical Railroad Exhibit.