Explore the Natural Wonders of Papago Park

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're starting from the Tempe Town Lake area, head east on Tempe Town Lake Path. Continue walking for about 1.5 miles until you reach College Ave. Turn left (north) on College Ave and walk for about 0.5 miles. Papago Park will be on your left at 1000 N College Ave.

• Public Transit (Bus)

  If you are near the ASU campus, you can take the Valley Metro bus route 61. Board the bus at the nearest bus stop on Mill Avenue or Apache Blvd heading north. Get off at the 'College Ave & Curry Rd' stop. From there, walk north on College Ave for about 0.3 miles, and you will see Papago Park on your left at 1000 N College Ave.

• Bicycling

  If you have access to a bike, start from downtown Tempe and head east on 5th Street. After about 0.5 miles, turn left onto Rural Rd and continue north for about 1 mile. Then, turn right onto Curry Rd and continue to College Ave. Turn left on College Ave, and Papago Park will be on your right at 1000 N College Ave after a short ride.

• Rideshare

  If you prefer not to walk or bike, you can use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply input 'Papago Park, 1000 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85288' as your destination. The drivers will be familiar with the area and can drop you off right at the entrance.