What to do and see in Anthem, United States: The Best Places and Tips

October 10, 2017 Kelli Reichel

Anthem is a census-designated place located in Maricopa County, Arizona, within the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. As of the 2010 Census, Anthem's population was 21,700. The 2014 estimate is around 30,000 people.
Restaurants in Anthem

1. Anthem Community Park

41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, AZ 85086
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5 based on 60 reviews

Anthem Community Park

Reviewed By Leon G - Anthem, Arizona

Our park is the central attraction of Anthem. Ball fields, bocce ball court, pickle ball court, skate board area, duck ponds, fishing, walking paths, and a children's railroad. Anthem Days, Farmers Market, Veterans Memorial. Twice around is 3 miles. Wife and I walk here all year. Turtles, ducks, geese, rabbits, quail, and lots of dogs. Occasional human being led by dog, too. Picnic areas and benches. Highly recommended.

2. iLean Ride Co. Az

46135 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087-7000
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5 based on 12 reviews

iLean Ride Co. Az

We have over 1/2 mile of Segway PT X track with hills,dips,whoops and desert trails! Our Segway X Track experience is for 20 minutes on the track! We train you how to ride, take you for a couple practice laps and then turn you loose on the track! Ride any where you want on the track. We don't start your time until we turn you loose. This is the only place in the world you can ride a Segway on a track like this! So much fun

Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member

We visited the Segway Motorcross Track today and what an awesome memory for this special day...John gave us a great overview of handling a Segway, which neither of us had experienced prior...then took us on the track and after a bit, turned us loose to our individual speeds...what a total hoot...can barely wait to go back...

3. Cave Creek Regional Park

37019 N Lava Ln, Cave Creek, AZ 85331-9562 +1 623-465-0431
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4.5 based on 240 reviews

Cave Creek Regional Park

Reviewed By Randy D

Many trails, you can hike as little or as much as you like. We took a 3.5 mile loop from the Nature Center which included part of the Go John and Overton Trails. Trails are rated Easy/Moderate. The staff is courteous, professional and very helpful. Well worth the drive from Scottsdale or Phoenix.

4. Anthem Veterans Memorial

41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, AZ +1 623-640-8417
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5 based on 54 reviews

Anthem Veterans Memorial

Reviewed By Robert A - Anthem, Arizona

The quality, science-art and magnificence of this fine Anthem tribute to American Veterans is truly a credit to the Anthem Community and, especially, those who created and enabled its completion. Kudos to all involved. If you have not visited this hallowed site, do so. If you have, return. Recommended.

5. Western Offroad Adventures

50437 N 36th Ave, New River, AZ 85087-8121
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5 based on 9 reviews

Western Offroad Adventures

We are a full service ATV/Side by side rental and tour co. We offer guided and non guided tours. Machines can be rented for 4 hours, or multiple days. We have different machines to choose from to accomodate what you desire.

Reviewed By davefordham - Toronto

We rented a Yamaha YXZ 1000r from Luke yesterday at Western Offroad Adventures, and it was the highlight of our annual vacation trip to Phoenix. He had everything we needed for the half-say self-guided adventure, and we were able to access the National forest trails directly from hi location in New River. He was only 20 minutes north of Phoenix, and very easy to find with the GPS. Couldn't have asked for a better day, and will definitely return again next trip. Thanks Luke!!

6. Phoenix Outdoor Adventures

46202 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087-7029
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3 based on 11 reviews

Phoenix Outdoor Adventures

Phoenix Outdoor Adventures Offers ATV and UTV Rentals, Tours and Riding Packages on location. These ATV and UTV Rentals and Tour Packages are a fun, exciting and affordable way to see the Phoenix, Arizona’s surrounding desert for a half day or full day. We provide you with all the necessary equipment and maps to have your own adventure without the hassle of towing any equipment. Just show up and ride from our location. Our show up and ride allows you a no hassle experience at your own pace. All gear and fuel are included with every rental or tour. Directions: From Phoenix, travel north on Interstate 17. Take Exit 234 New River Road and turn right. Turn right onto Black Canyon Highway. Located .25 miles on the right hand side. Location Visible from I-17 East Side just before New River Rd Exit. Show Up and Ride Address: 46202 N. Black Canyon Highway, New River Arizona 85087

Reviewed By David L - Tucson, Arizona

My friends and I had an absolutely perfect day of riding! I'm quite experienced so I was really looking to have some fun with friends and it was even better than advertised..Everything from the booking and handling of maps and information from Marshall over there made it just an over the top adventure. The area he had been telling my friend and I about had everything from family riding to intense mountain top climbs and some of the most breathtaking views we had ever seen. It was so over the top I'm still telling friends about how much fun we had. We will be back for sure!

7. North Valley Escape Room

42302 N Vision Way, Suite 101, Anthem, AZ 85086-1466 +1 623-551-3111
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5 based on 19 reviews

North Valley Escape Room

Reviewed By theeshopper - Utah

There should always be something special about your first... escape room I mean. We were invited my a couple who had done this before, so we felt a little nervous that we wouldn’t do it right. We didn’t want to embarrass ourselves...and with others watching!

As it turned out, the North Valley Escape Room was just the right place to go. They took the time to explain everything, put us at ease, and then locked us in a red room with an hour to kill. It was super fun and once you start with a clue, you get the drift of how it flows fairly easily.

As most people know, you need to work together... instinctively there will be those who want to lead and take over. Since the smartest ones are not always the ones who see the solutions, everyone needs to look around... observe and keep your eyes on the details.

My biggest takeaway for first timers.... if you have a group, try to get a room that holds just your group. If there are 4 of you get a small room so you are only working with people you know. If there are two of you and they put you with a family of 6, you may not be included as they know each other’s strengths and weaknesses. Also, don’t worry about time, have fun and don’t stress. They will give you clues if you get stonewalled.

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8. Daisy Mountain Railroad

41703 N Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, AZ 85086
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4 based on 15 reviews

Daisy Mountain Railroad

Reviewed By MrPSki - Anthem, Arizona

The Daisy Mt. railroad is a nice little perk for both the residents and visitors to the planned development community of Anthem, AZ. A scale model railroad & track that takes both little and grown-up kids on a short ride around the Anthem community park. Definitely a must do for parents and grandparents to take the little ones on for a very nominal cost

9. Anthem Community Center

41130 N Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ 85086-2522 +1 623-879-3011
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4 based on 6 reviews

Anthem Community Center

Reviewed By Dawn A - Phoenix, Arizona

I live in Anthem and the park is technically for residents only. This is a wonderful place to ride the train, fish, play on the playground and have a birthday party. Many things to do and always a big hit with the whole family.

10. Lloyd's Grand Tours - Day Tours

1771 W Dion Dr, Anthem, AZ 85086-2969
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3.5 based on 4 reviews

Lloyd's Grand Tours - Day Tours

Reviewed By product-of-canada - Toronto, Canada

For their “Sonoyta Mexico from Phoenix, Arizona 1-day tour” the advertised price is $95 per adult. When I contacted them, they said the price is $125 per person as of January 1st, 2014. As I write this review on March 5th (over two months after their supposed price increase), the cost is still listed at $95 on their website.

I asked them why their website was not updated, to which they did not respond.

And yet their website advertises “See more with less.” They also state, “We understand in these tough economic times, that money is an important part of the decision making process when selecting your tour company, so we’ve adjusted our prices to help you see more with less!”

I don’t know what their actual tours are like. But their lack of transparency left a bad taste in my mouth, preventing me from booking with them. We’re going to drive to Nogales instead.

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