Encanto Park (Map)

Phoenix Point of Pride 2605 N. 15th Ave.
602-261-8991
602-262-6412 (Downtown Division Office)
Park hours: 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.



 

Encanto Park boasts 222-acres of lush oasis located in the heart of the city. Park amenities include a fishing lagoon, historic clubhouse and boathouse, swimming pool, sports complex, two golf courses and the privately operated Enchanted Island Amusement Park.​

 

Park Resources:

Sports ComplexEncanto 18 Golf CourseEncanto 9 Golf CourseEncanto PoolClubhouse & Boathouse ​RentalsFishingBoat RentalsEnchanted Island

Parks and Recreation Events

 

 

Rio Salado Transformation Site Community Workshophttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5098Rio Salado Transformation Site Community WorkshopRio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S Central Ave12/2/2023 4:00:00 PM12/2/2023 7:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ Join Phoenix Parks and Recreation for a community workshop and site visit to the southern bank of Rio Salado and Central Avenue!
FitPHX Mindfulness at the Mountainhttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5055FitPHX Mindfulness at the MountainPiestewa Peak Mesquite Trailhead, 2701 E Piestewa Peak Dr12/3/2023 1:00:00 AM12/3/2023 2:00:00 AMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ Come out and explore our beautiful desert under the stars alongside our Park Rangers. Bring your sense of adventure during this 2-mile hike! Preregistration required for this event. For more information and to register, visit phoenix.gov/fitphx​
Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 1https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5124Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 1Faye Gray Recreation Center, 5550 S 20th Street12/5/2023 5:00:00 PM1/5/2024 7:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​Join Phoenix Parks and for a program intended to educate expecting mothers and support a safe and healthy living space for both mother and child.
Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 2https://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/5125Educational Mother-Baby Classes and Babt Shower Program - Class 2Faye Gray Recreation Center, 5550 S 20th Street12/5/2023 7:00:00 PM12/5/2023 8:30:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​​Join Phoenix Parks and for a program intended to educate expecting mothers and support a safe and healthy living space for both mother and child.
Wind Down Wednesday - Workout Wednesdayhttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/4999Wind Down Wednesday - Workout WednesdayCivic Space Park - 424 N. Central Ave12/6/2023 6:00:00 PM12/6/2023 9:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ Join us for a fantastic fusion of daytime entertainment and relaxation tailored for both ASU students and the vibrant downtown community. Experience exhilarating events, featuring engaging fitness related activities, food vendors, local resources and more! ​


Resources for Picnics, Gatherings, and Events

The two ramadas located in the park are first-come, first-served. The Amphitheater Island picnic and event space requires a reservation, please contact 602-262-6412​.

The historic Encanto Clubhouse and Boathouse are a favorite destination for weddings and receptions. Learn more about reserving the Clubhouse and/or Boathouse.

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Special Activity​ Requests are required for gatherings that have any of the following:

  • More Than 50 Attendees

  • Catering

  • Commercial Event Equipment

  • ​Generator Power

  • Advertising or Media Promotion

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Encanto Park History

Encanto Park was conceptualized by William G. Hartranft, a millionaire philanthropist and chair of the first Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board, who envisioned a park of similar scale to Balboa in San Diego and Golden Gate in San Francisco. To that end, he led the parks board to acquire 200 acres of property that at the time sat outside the city limits.

Construction of the park began in 1935. The clubhouse, lagoon, boat dock, 18-hole golf course, band shell, playground areas, tennis and horseshoe courts, and archery range were completed in three years. 

In 1946, members of the Valley Garden Center entered into a 99-year deal with the city to lease a three-acre strip of land just south of Encanto Park for $1. In 1948, they raised the money to build the center, opening it in early 1949. With two large gathering rooms, a kitchen, nearly three-acres of lush grounds, and a 100-year-old mesquite tree, the garden is a popular setting for meetings, weddings and receptions.

The park's south side was renovated in 1982. New game courts replaced the archery range, and parking and play equipment was added.

Reconstruction of the north side began in 1986, and included revamping the lagoon and channel systems, building new restrooms, sidewalks, and a boathouse, and adding area lights and play equipment. ​