Encanto Park is a public
park in central
Phoenix, Arizona. The park is composed of of land consisting of picnic areas, a lagoon, a boat house, swimming pool, nature trail, amusement park, fishing and two golf courses. The lagoon is approximately in surface area and about deep, on average. The park is bounded by Thomas Road on the north, Encanto Boulevard on the south, 15th Avenue on the west and 7th Avenue on the east and is at a surface elevation of .
One notable attraction at Encanto Park is
Enchanted Island, an amusement park with rides, games, concessions, and a miniature train ride around the amusement area.
Encanto Park has been designated as a
Phoenix Point of Pride.
History
The Encanto area become a City of Phoenix park in 1934. Property was purchased from J. W. Doris (100 acres) and Dr. Norton among others. Quitclaim deed 11-27-1934. It was re-classified as a park to curtail livestock grazing. By 1955, the Encanto Park Brochure included activities such as archery, tennis, badminton and other games. In the mid-1970s, the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department encouraged archery events. In 1985, more sports facilities to accommodate greater interest in physical fitness and games. The focus was on soccer and handball, leaving archery to one side. Bike paths and jogging trails are also a major focus. The improvements were made to the “south side” by way of 1979 and 1984 bonds totaling $1.3M
[''Source: City of Phoenix, Main Library “Arizona Room” Collection (research 12-21-2002)'']
See also
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List of historic properties in Phoenix, Arizona
This is a list, which includes photographic galleries, of some of the remaining historic structures and monuments, of historic significance, in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Included are photographs of properties identified by the African, Asia ...
References
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External links
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Friends of Encanto ParkArizona Fishing Locations MapWhere to Fish in Arizona Species InformationArizona Boating Locations Facilities MapArizona Lake LevelsNorth Encanto Neighborhood Association
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Parks in Phoenix, Arizona
Reservoirs in Maricopa County, Arizona
Phoenix Points of Pride
Reservoirs in Arizona