Things To Do
Pleasant Harbor Marina
The obvious choice is Lake Pleasant!! The Marina offers activities including boating, fishing, and water sports. Open year round, the marina is a great place for scenic views and sunset dinner cruises. The scenery around Lake Pleasant also offers amazing hiking trails and camp grounds to explore the desert landscape and animals.
Downtown Gilbert
Downtown Gilbert holds a special place in our heart as this is where we had our first date! Home to some of the region's best dining, live entertainment, vibrant nightlife, and local shopping. Open-air patio dining is abundant, allowing you to enjoy your food and company while you lounge in the beautiful Arizona weather. Fun Fact... Joes BBQ in downtown Gilbert is where it all started for us and will be served for dinner during the reception!
Hiking
Arizona is known for the desert views. The valley offers various mountain ranges for hiking trails including White Tank Mountain Regional Park, Superstition Mountains, and Sonoran Mountain Preserve.
Phoenix Zoo
Spanning over 125 acres, the Phoenix Zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals, in which include many threatened and endanger species and those who are being nursed back to health. November in Arizona is the perfect time to spend the day at the Zoo!
Tianyu Lights Festival Phoenix
Experience an enchanting night at the Tianyu Lights Festival in Phoenix! Wander through breathtaking luminous art and indulge in delicious foods at their marketplace.
Arizona National Parks
One of Alex and Natalie's goals is to visit and explore all 63 National Parks. Arizona is home to two. Just 2 hours south of the valley, Saguaro National Park, near Tucson, offers scenic drives, over 170 miles of hiking trails, and opportunities to see wildlife and the iconic saguaro cactus. Up North, the famous Grand Canyon offers spectacular views of the mile-deep layered rock formations and diverse environment.
Shops at Norterra
Just a 20 minute drive from Lake Pleasant, this shopping plaza offers a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment. It features a variety of options from clothing and beauty to coffee shops and fitness centers.