Veterans Oasis Park
This 113-acre multi use recreational park, consists of 4.5 miles of paths, a small lake, and six recharge ponds with revolving water levels surrounded by revegetated native Sonoran Desert Scrub and riparian habitat. Waterfowl and migrating birds can be found around the ponds. Burrowing Owls reside in artificial burrows on the islands of several ponds.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Maricopa
Directions: Park is located on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Lindsay roads. The park entrance is located on the west side of Chandler Heights Road just past Lindsay road.
Latitude: 33.236
Longitude: -111.7682
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Fall, winter and spring months. Can be very warm during the summer 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, Mexican Duck
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird, Burrowing Owl, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Gila Woodpecker, Greater Roadrunner, Verdin, White-winged Dove
Contact Information
Veterans Oasis Park
City of Chandler
4050 E. Chandler Heights Road Chandler, AZ 85249
Chandler, Arizona 85249
Phone: 480-782-2752
Website: https://www.chandleraz.gov/explore/chandler-parks/guide/veterans-oasis-park
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L480168
