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      About the Grand Canal

      Bicyclists on Grand Canalscape

      The Grand Canalscape improves pedestrian and bicycle access to neighborhood schools, churches and businesses through 25 neighborhood connections and helps integrate the canal into the surrounding communities by incorporating public art and landscaping.

      The project was developed through a unique partnership between the city of Phoenix, Salt River Project (which operates the canal) and the US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, through a TIGER grant. 

      The Grand Canalscape project was recognized by the Arizona Association of General Contractors as a 2020 recipient of a BUILD Arizona award.

      How to Access the Grand Canalscape

      What's Along the Grand Canalscape Path?

      The Grand Canalscape runs through the heart of the Phoenix central core, providing a connection to businesses, schools, churches, parks and community centers along the route.  In addition, the Grand Canalscape route is in proximity to several major recreational, cultural and educational destinations, which can be accessed by bike or through a short light rail or bus ride. Sky Harbor International Airport is also easily accessible from the Grand Canalscape via the PHX Sky Train connection at 44th Street and Washington.  

      Grand Canalscape pedestrian bridge
      Pedestrian bridge near 44th Street. 

      Parks and Recreational Facilities

      • Steele Indian School Park
      • Papago Park
      • Papago Golf Course
      • Phoenix Municipal Stadium
      • Phoenix Zoo
      • Desert Botanical Garden

      ​Museums and Cultural Destinations

      • Heard Museum
      • Phoenix Art Museum
      • Phoenix Burton Barr Public Library
      • Pueblo Grande
      • Tovrea Castle 

      Colleges and Universities

      • Grand Canyon University
      • Phoenix College
      • Rio Salado College
      • GateWay Community College
      • Arizona State University (downtown Phoenix campus)
      • Arizona State University (Tempe campus)​​​