Lorenzo W.
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WONDERFUL LAKESIDE PARK! I'm a huge fan of Tempe Beach Park, it's got great views of the lake and sidewalk trails for scooters, bikes, and joggers. The park is welcoming to all, locals, visitors, college students, families, and the elderly. I saw a great mix of folks enjoying a good view and walk. You'll see the Tempe skyline and Tempe's iconic bridges during your visit. I spotted a few ducks and wildlife, it was very peaceful. I was super tempted to sit at a park bench and just admire, but alas we came to walk!
ASU's arts center is right in front of the water so if you're majoring in theatre, you've got great surroundings. Parking is a little hard to find, but once you find it it's super accessible and close to the water. I'd say parking was around $10 for us, not bad at all. If you're not in the mood for parking a car or walking, there's scooters for rent. My mom spotted paddle crafts for anyone wanting to get in the water. Tempe Beach Park has a neat grass area (also in front of the water).
Note: There's one bridge that allows you access to the other side of the lake. We took the walking path from Tempe Beach Park and were able to get across easily to take a look at the lake from another angle!