Tempe Beach Park

By far, this is the best place to go for a walk, run, bike , rollerblading , segway...you get the picture. On the south side of the lake , there's some great sculptures that are worth checking out too.

When the weather is good, this is the coolest place to be in Tempe. There's volleyball , places to just hang out with friends, and tons of stuff to do on the lake , including paddleboating and kayaking .

This place is simply amazing! It was very relaxing! My fiancé and I walked along the water and sat in the grassy areas and enjoyed the weather! It is clean and great for strolling, biking , or relaxing

Check out the rentals from the dock. Kayaks and paddle boards are a great way to beat the heat, plus not too pricey ! They even loan you a waterproof pouch for your phones/wallets!

Huge park to walk briskly and relax. Enjoy riding the Bird electric bicycles. Stroll along the lake ; watch ducks. See dead fish floating.

This is a great spot to go for a nice jog or stroll or some AZ water activity. Accessible from the light rail and a close walk to all of what Mill Avenue has to offer. Kayak , paddleboard, boat rentals

Cool down with volleyball next to the lake ! It's 10 degrees cooler by the water and shaded as the sun goes down. Bring a cooler, some tunes and sunscreen !

Great place to go for a run especially at dusk the sunsets are quite the view ! Super clean and well kept. They often host concerts and free events . Students should take advantage.

Grab your beach towel and relax along the Rio Salado River - a perfect location for family picnics , outdoor strolls, bike rides and more!

Great place to run. You can run along the lake and off concrete or you can run on the sidewalk as well . There's mile markers to measure your distance. Friendly place, lots of nice people too. Enjoy!

Fun hangout and also a great venue for concerts and other festivals . Oktoberfest has been a huge hit here and great backdrop being next to the lake

If any event happens here, GO! It is an awesome atmosphere for concerts and especially Oktoberfest !! Tread carefully thought....the seasonal beers there will catch up to you quick!

clean and well-maintained. I sometimes come here to go fishing .here are multiple boat rentals here, so bring cash. Don't miss out on the multiple festivals they hold every year.

Has an amphitheater that holds 5,000 people for concerts or outdoor trade shows! Lovely place during the summer months so many activities for everyone can even rent a boat ride !

Its always fun to jog this area in the morning around 5 a.m. with the lights on the bridges and the water show below very pretty in the morning

Great, clean park which has activities ranging from boat rentals , to playgrounds to a waterfrenzy area. Great for a quick jog, and grassy well kept area. Also hosts concerts and events frequently.

First place I took my family when they came to visit me, from out of town . A little piece of paradise. Calm , relaxing, and a great place to clear your mind.

The water pH balance is off in this water. Each year the city spends thousands to right the balance. Many times there are dead ducks and fish floating in the water. R.I.P Salt River .

Great place to hang out at when its not too hot. The city always has events going on here. Just a great place to be outside and enjoy the great Arizona weather.

This is a pretty popular location for events . If you plan on coming on a weekend or holiday, just double check that there aren't any special events going on. It gets crowded easy.

A very nice place for a walk pr a run.. There is a boat and kayak rental in here

This is a great place to take the family. There is a splash park for the children, a walking bridge , fishing , canoeing and much more.

Here is a great Saturday morning: Hike "A Mountain ", eat some great food at Monti's, and walk around Tempe Beach Park until you no longer need a nap. Then go home and nap anyways.

A great park for enjoying our beautiful AZ weather. Lots of events are held here, and really keeps Tempe alive with community events .

Spring evenings are perfect here!!!!! There are plenty of people running and biking and walking their dogs. They have security on bikes too!!

Beautiful area, great location, lots of events held here.

Innings Festival (Day 1): The Baseball Project, Dorothy, Black Pistol Fire, Guster, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, Blues Traveler, Grouplove, Cake , Sheryl Crow and Incubus

A nice place to cruise on your longboard after a long day of classes . Many festivals come through and use the beach park as a venue throughout the year including Tempe Music Festival .

It's a great place for a walk or people watching . There are several water activities available.

2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Splash Pad! The memories of this simple, magical playground linger long after the end of summer. Read more

Need a study break? Head to Tempe Beach Park Saturday, March 9th & Sunday, March 10th for the AZ Aloha Festival . Enjoy the music , dance , culture and cuisine of the people of Hawaii and South Pacific.

Place where you can come enjoy the park or do something on Tempe town lake . Almost every Saturday you will find some type of festival going on or an event . Beautiful spot

Great place to enjoy your evening and there are events being held here every month

It seems like they are always having some event.4th of July and October fest feature a band and many activities.The most moving event is September 11th where they have flags representing the fallen.

Great place to spend a nice day in Arizona. You can rent paddle boats or have a nice picnic . There are also great paths for joggers.

A great place near campus to relax, run, or attend numerous events . There's always great concerts and festivals going on year round. I recommend checking it out.

Sunday study days under the sun. Work that tan for Thanksgiving Holidays and make the family back East jealous! Easy walk from ASU, get fit, smart and tan at same time.

Great for kids:) Especially the splash pad in the summer! Super close to Old Town Scottsdale.

ASU students utilize this park for cheap entertainment. Often there are free festivals , water attractions , and in the cooler months it has wonderful paths for moonlit walks. Tempe Beach Park is a grea

Best place to run around 5pm when it's not hot! The lake gives a cool breeze and you can people watch while you run around - there are even markers on the side to calculate your progress

This is a nice place to walk, run or bike while getting some fresh air .

Luckyman's St. Patrick's Day Bash at Tempe Beach Park featuring Flogging Molly, Inept Hero, Black Bottom Lighters, Halocene, and More!

Come here for July 4th fireworks in the summer and Oktoberfest in the fall

A Great Stop on your Tempe Town Lake tour , walk, or hike

Great place for a run or even grabbing lunch and setting up a picnic !

Great place to relax with family and friends.

One of the most relaxing places to walk or bike through in the area.

That view of the lake though. Especially during a sunset . <3

With summer almost here, we think renting a boat or paddleboard is a great idea. 

The new pedestrian bridge near the Tempe Arts Center is great. Check it out if you haven't already.