Encanto Park

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Encanto Park Waterfall at night

Encanto Park is a public park in central Phoenix, Arizona. The park is composed of 222 acres (0.90 km²) 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 7.5 acres (0.030 km²) in surface area and about 6 feet (1.8 m) 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 1,100 ft (340 m).

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.

Encanto Park 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

Fish species

• Rainbow Trout
• Largemouth Bass
• Sunfish
• Catfish (Channel)
• Catfish (Flathead)
• Tilapia
• Carp

See also

• List of historic properties in Phoenix, Arizona

External links

• Friends of Encanto Park
• Arizona Fishing Locations Map
• Where to Fish in Arizona Species Information
• Arizona Boating Locations Facilities Map
• Arizona Lake Levels
• North Encanto Neighborhood Association