Chaparral Park

Chaparral Park is a 100-acre public park located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Situated between Chaparral and McDonald Roads, the park offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities for visitors of all ages. At the heart of the park lies a 10-acre lake, which serves as a focal point for many activities.

The park features an inclusive playground designed to be accessible to all users, including children with disabilities. This playground includes specialized equipment such as a Sensory Wave Climber, adaptive swings, and a Jam Box with adaptive switch technology. The playground's unitary rubber surface allows for seamless navigation throughout the play areas.

Chaparral Park is also home to a popular 3-acre dog park, providing a spacious area for dogs to play off-leash. The dog park includes grass, benches, play features, and water fountains for pets.

For sports enthusiasts, the park offers six lighted baseball fields, two sand volleyball courts, two half-court basketball courts, and three soccer fields. A 10-station exercise course is available for those looking to maintain their fitness routines outdoors.

The park's lake is stocked with fish and features a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier, making it a favored spot for anglers. Boating is also permitted on the lake. Additionally, the park is part of the Scottsdale Greenbelt, a system of parks and paths that runs through the city, making it an excellent location for walking, jogging, and cycling.

Chaparral Park has been recognized as a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat, showcasing over 7,000 Arizona-friendly plants and 200 plant species. The park also incorporates a xeriscape garden, which demonstrates water-efficient landscaping practices and serves as an educational resource for sustainable gardening in arid climates.