(602) 534-9995 (recorded event/ rainout updates)
(602) 262-6713 (TTY)
The Park is located on North Tatum Boulevard at the 1,500 acre Reach 11 Recreation Area, 1.4 miles north of Bell Road, just north of the Central Arizona Project Canal and just south of Hwy. 101.Hours: Arizona Horse Lovers Park is open for public use From Wednesday through Sunday, (closed Monday & Tuesday) from sunrise to sunset unless closed for special events or rented for exclusive use. Free evening open arena hours are 6 -9 p.m., Wednesday-Thursday, unless closed due to weather, special event or holiday. Trails and trail heads are still open seven days a week. For last minute arena closures, rainouts or changes call 602-534-9995 for recorded messages.
Attention: Road work is scheduled for Tatum Blvd. July 6 through August 26, 2009. Please allow for delays and restriction into the park. Right in and out turns only during a portion of this project. Please drive safely and as posted, we appreciate your cooperation and will keep you informed when possible.
If you have any questions or would like additional information please call Brenda at (602) 534-4656.
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Facilities
Arizona Horse Lovers Park consists of four equestrian arenas. (map view) The main arena is a 360' x 180', lighted arena that features an announcer's stand, bleacher seating, and public address system. The second arena, Horse Lovers Arena, (roping) is a lighted 270' x 140' pipe rail arena with announcer's stand, bleacher seating, and public address system. The third arena, Schuff Arena, (cutting) is a 250' x 104' pipe rail arena that also offers lights, announcer's stand, bleacher seats, and public address system. The Park also offers a lighted practice paddock, water troughs, wash racks, tie stations, cattle pens, and picnic tables.
Special Events
The Parks and Recreation Department hosts events seasonally at Arizona Horse Lovers Park that are open to the public. Events may include; workshops or clinics on horsemanship, horse care, or horse management, practice nights for roping, team penning or barrels and family events like hayrides, kid rodeos or trail rides.
Be sure to take advantage of our evening open arena nights weekly on Wednesday and Thursday nights. There will be opportunities for barrel practice as well as a new pole bending practice this summer. Be sure to check out the programs and classes on-line, and look up family events. Trail users should be aware of
the increase in wildlife sightings in the spring and summer. This includes
all varieties of snakes. The best practice is to stay on the trails
and always let the snake have the right-of-way. Enjoy your summer
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| *REGISTRATION
INFORMATION NEW! On-line reservations are now available! Click on the On-line registration link above. Look up our activities by location for Arizona Horse Lovers Park, or by type of program. New users will want to set up an account: Click on "My Account", choose "Apply for new account" and follow the instructions. You can either browse by the type of activities, or if you want to only see AZ Horse Lover's Park offerings only, click "Advanced Search", and choose the location, dates range, etc. click on "Search", then scroll down to see the complete listing. You may still register at the NE District Office, 17642 N. 40th St, Phoenix, AZ. Hours of registration are from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information call (602)534-4656. Due to the popularity of our classes, all registrations will be taken on a first-come first-served basis. For information on all events call Brenda at (602) 534-4656 or (602) 534-4657. Reminder to all trail users; Multi-use trails are only open from sunrise to sunset. No motorized vehicles allowed on any of the trails. |
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Stay together- Never go out alone.
Coyote- The Coyote is a member of the "dog family". It likes to eat rabbits, mice, berries, and a variety of other foods. At dawn and at twilight, you may hear the Coyotes giving their howls, barks and yelps in a chorus. |
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Javelina- The Javelina looks like a small, furry pig. It lives in brushy deserts and rocky canyons. Javelina live in small heards of 8 to 20 individuals and eat mostly roots, fruits, leaves and seeds. |
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Remember:
"DON'T BE A TRAILBLAZER"
Trails- All users must remain
on signed trails only.Dogs- Must be on a leash at all times and accompanied by
their owner. Please pick up all waste immediately.Walls/Fences- Please do not sit on arena walls or fences.
Falls can cause serious injuries.
Facilities- Protect our environment by putting trash
and road apples in trashcans.