Due to budget reductions approved by the Phoenix City Council, the North Mountain Visitor Center has adopted new operating hours:
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sundays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visitors to the center can gain new insights into the richness and diversity of the Sonoran Desert.

The center offers educational displays to interpret and understand the Sonoran Desert found right outside the center's doors. A series of trails adjacent to the center mean desert exploration is just a step away. The center is also a good stop for those planning a longer, more challenging hike in this part of the preserve.

At the center, visitors can:

• Find trail maps for information on hikes or mountain bike rides in the area.
• Pick up brochures and pamphlets on a variety of topics related to the Sonoran Desert and the City of Phoenix mountain preserve system.
  
  

Educators will find the center a great resource. For more information call (602) 495-5540 voice or (602) 262-6713 TTY, or send an e-mail to nmvc@phoenix.gov
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Mailing List -

If you would like to be on the North Mountain Visitor Center mailing list, please call (602) 495-5540 or e-mail the following information to nmvc@phoenix.gov:

Last name, first name
Address
City, State and Zip Code

Or if you would prefer to be on the E-mail list send us your e-mail address at: nmvc@phoenix.gov
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Volunteer Opportunities -
If you are interested in the NMVC Volunteer Program, please e-mail nmvc@phoenix.gov or call 602-495-5540 voice or 602-262-6713 TTY with the following information: NMVC Volunteer Program: Name Phone Number Available days and hours back to top

Ramada Reservation Information -

North Mountain Park - 10600 N. 7th Street

Reservable Area/Capacity

Havasupai - 150 people maximum capacity. Catering allowed by special permit (no amplified music).

Yavapai - 100 people maximum capacity. Catering allowed by special permit (no amplified music).

Pima - 50 people maximum capacity. Catering allowed by special permit (no amplified music).

Note: Beer permits are allowed for reserved areas at North Mountain.

Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area and Dreamy Draw Park are both first-come, first served areas. Beer permits will not be issued for non-reservable areas.

Areas can be reserved up to 6 months in advance. Reservations will be taken over the phone and in person at NMVC during open business hours. Calls will be taken at 602-495-5540.

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