Tucked away in an east side neighborhood, you'll find Michael Perry Park. When you get the to the Golf Links Rd. and Pantano Parkway intersection, head south and you'll run right into this family-friendly park.
Michael Perry's 35-acres includes little league fields, a basketball court, picnic tables, drinking fountains, restrooms, and a playground.
Named after a 12-year-old boy who was murdered in 1984, the park also has a Children's Memorial Garden on-site that is a "tribute to the children who are loved by our community." Parents of deceased children can have their child's name engraved for $65. Contact Tucson Clean and Beautiful for an engraving request form at 520-791-3109 or via email at [email protected].
The park also connects to Pantano River Park, part of The Loop (131 miles of car-free paths around metropolitan Tucson).
Loop maps are available at local bike shops; at Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, 3500 W. River Road; and at the Communications Office, Administration Building, first floor, 130 W. Congress.
8700 E. Arbor Street in East Tucson.
The park is open daily, 6:00am-10:30pm.
Admission to the park is free.
Parking is free.
Water, snacks, and sunscreen. Maybe your bike, a basketball, or a baseball mitt?
One. The playgrounds feature slides and swings with minimal shade.
Combination of rubber and wood shavings.
Partially shaded.
No.
There are two picnic tables. No outlets are available at the picnic sites.
Yes.
Yes. There are 4.
No.
Try Little Anthony's Diner, 7010 E. Broadway Blvd. (3.4 miles away) – fun 50's atmosphere, burgers, pizza, milkshakes, lunch special
Pick up picnic supplies before heading to the park! Safeway at 9460 E. Golf Links Road is 0.7 miles away. Sprouts Farmers Market at 7877 E. Broadway Blvd. is 2.8 miles away.
Domino's Pizza at 8615 E. Golf Links Road is 0.6 miles away. Call 520-721-8118. Pizza Hut at 8564 E. Golf Links Road is 0.9 miles away. Call 520-2969273. Magpie's Pizza at 105 S. Houghton Road is 2.8 miles away. Call 520-751-9949.
Michael Perry Park has:
Yes.
| Museum | NO |
| Cafe | NO |
| Public Pool | NO |
| Splash Pad | NO |
| Parks & Rec Facility | NO |
| Sports Fields | YES |
| Dog Park | NO |
| Walking/Biking Paths | YES |
| Lake | NO |
| Hiking Trails | NO |
| Art/Sculptures | YES |
| Garden | YES - Children's Memorial Garden |
| Trees/Shade | YES |
| Lighting | YES |
Michael Perry Park is a nice east side park with heaps of potential. Because of its connection to Pantano River Park and The Loop, it's a fantastic hub for active people to run, bike, walk, and enjoy the outdoors.
Check out the complete list of Tucson Parks.
