Outdoor Recreation

• Golfing

• Swimming

• Hiking

• Bicycling

• Horseback riding

• Camping

• Bird watching

• Hunting & fishing

• Skydiving & hot air ballooning

• Numerous sports teams, including: Little League, softball, and soccer

• Numerous parks with playgrounds, tennis courts & picnic areas

• Community festivals

Indoor Recreation

• Fitness and racquetball clubs

• Museums

• Movie theaters

• Bowling

• Shopping

• Local historical society attractions

• Senior and adult centers

• Numerous arts and crafts workshops and activities sponsored by city Parks and Recreation departments

• Public libraries with computer access 

The Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Located in Coolidge, is the site of the Casa Grande (“Big House” in Spanish), a four-story adobe structure built by the Hohokam Indians. Archeologists believe the structure was built around 1350 and abandoned for unknown reasons by 1450. In 1892, a 472-acre area containing the ruins was reserved by executive order, and became the first national monument in the United States in 1918. In addition to the structure ruins, there is now also an extensive museum showing the history and settlement of the area.

Picacho Peak State Park

Located along I-10 near Eloy, is a historic landmark as well as a scenic attraction. The park offers hiking, camping and picnic areas, and has a restaurant and gift shop. Picacho Peak is the site of the only Civil War battle fought in Arizona. It took place on April 15, 1862, and every March, the Civil War in the Southwest comes alive again as over two hundred re-enactors converge on Picacho Peak on foot and horse-back. The park is also a popular spot for admiring the abundant wildflowers that bloom there each spring.

Skydive Arizona

Located in Eloy, is the largest skydiving center in the world. The center hosts many events throughout the year including the U.S. National Skydiving Championships held in October. Spectators are welcome.

www.skydiveaz.com/

The O’Odham Tash Indian Days Festival

Held in Casa Grande every February, has become the largest Native American festival in the nation. The four-day event includes a rodeo, a parade, traditional ceremonial dances, a carnival, and an arts and crafts show that exhibits beautiful Native American hand-made craft items and art works for sale.

The Pinal County Fair Grounds

Located in the sun corridor, is host to numerous events throughout the year including fairs, arts and crafts shows, and much more.