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Charter Bus to Tempe Town Lake
Tempe Town Lake is a two-mile reservoir dammed from the Salt River in 1999 — it turned a dry riverbed into the city's central park. The lakefront hosts concerts, the Arizona Dragon Boat races, Ironman Arizona swims and holiday boat parades, with rental kayaks and pedal boats on the north shore.
80 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281 Outdoor group days — paddle boats, concerts and festival events on the lake.
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Suggested time
1–3 hours
Best time
Sunset paddles; spring/fall festivals
Official website
www.tempe.gov ↗Must-see spots
- Pedal boats & kayak rentals
- Two-mile paved lake loop
- Tempe Beach Park concert lawn
- Pedestrian bridge light display
Suggested itinerary · Tempe sunset loop
Know before you go
- The pedestrian bridge on the west end gives the best skyline-plus-lake photo.
- The paved path loops the whole shore — easy flat walk for mixed-age groups.
- Lights on the bridges make it a nice after-dinner stop.
Tips for group trips
- Boat rentals are walk-up for small groups; 10+ should call the rental office ahead.
- Festival weekends close sections of Rio Salado Pkwy — buses stage on the Scottsdale Rd side.
- Summer midday is brutally hot — schedule lake stops for morning or after 5pm.
Frequently asked questions
Can groups rent boats at Tempe Town Lake?
Yes — the boat rental dock on the north shore rents kayaks, pedal boats and SUP boards; groups of 10+ should call ahead.
Is there bus parking nearby?
No on-site bus lot — drop on Rio Salado Pkwy and stage at nearby surface lots off Mill Ave.
What big events happen here?
Dragon Boat Festival, Ironman Arizona, Fourth of July fireworks and winter boat parades.
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