Red Mountain Park
A large multi-use urban recreational park of approximately 1,150-acres. It includes a fishing lake that attracts migrating and wintering waterfowl and a variety of desert species along its shore and adjacent desert habitat.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Maricopa
Directions: Located between the communities of Mesa and Apache Junction. Easily accessible via Loop 202 and the E Brown Road Exit. From the exit, drive west to N. Red Mountain Park Road, Turn left into the park and proceed to the lake.
Latitude: 33.43615
Longitude: -111.670697
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: Sunrise to 10 p.mp
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Fall, winter and spring months
Habitats: Desert, Lake or Pond, Urban or Suburban park
Know Before You Go
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Bendire’s Thrasher, Mexican Duck
Charismatic: American Kestrel, Anna’s Hummingbird, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Cactus Wren, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Gila Woodpecker, Greater Roadrunner, Verdin
Contact Information
Mesa Parks and Community Facilities
City of Mesa
7745 E. Brown Road
Mesa, Arizona 85207
Phone: 480-644-7529
Website: https://www.mesaparks.com/parks-facilities/parks/red-mountain-park
Email: parksrecinfo@mesaaz.gov
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L277270
