From Fairmont Scottsdale Best Nearby Parks (Attractions & Activities) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Scottsdale, AZ McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 7301 E Indian Bend Rd, Scottsdale  AZ  85250-4513 • 480-312-2312 Distance: ~7.36 mi         Description: SCOTTSDALE. In 1967, Scottsdale was the beneficiary of 30 acres of land as part of a generous gift from Mr. and Mrs. Fowler McCormick. Seven years later, construction of the town's beloved railroad park commenced. Today, visitors can board the 5/12-scale train at Stillman Station and enjoy a one-mile ride through the park's beautiful grounds. Additional attractions include a playground, carousel, snack store in a caboose, and a display of restored locomotives. An educational, unforgettable experience for children and adults alike. Papago Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) E Van Buren St, Phoenix  AZ  85008 • 602-256-3220 Distance: ~13.63 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. This desert park, dotted with red rock and weather-sculpted buttes, is located near the zoo and the botanical gardens. A network of trails runs through the grounds, and fishing lagoons punctuate the landscape. Ramadas (covered picnic shelters) provide a perfect place to take in the views and can be reserved with a call. The area is ranger-patrolled for safety. Located at East Van Buren Street and North Galvin Parkway. South Mountain Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 10919 S Central Ave, Phoenix  AZ  85040 • 602-495-0222 Distance: ~22.81 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A maze of well-maintained hiking trails crisscrosses one of the largest municipal parks in the world. For a spectacular view, drive to Dobbins Lookout Point and gaze at the city from 1200 feet. Then, trek to Happy Valley via a trail through South Mountain Park. The place is magnificent, especially in springtime when the terrain is knee-deep with wildflowers. Free maps are available at the entrance, but no glass containers are permitted on the premises. If you want to drive to the top, arrive no later than 9pm. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) Hwy 87 10 mi north of Payson, Payson  AZ  85547 • 928-476-4202 Distance: ~25.56 mi         Description: PAYSON. The world's largest natural travertine bridge, Tonto is worth the day trip from Scottsdale. The bridge towers above its secluded valley setting, and visitors may catch views from the bridge itself or take a short hike down into the valley to explore the wildly varied vegetation and snap a few pictures from below. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon scrambling up and down the short but steep trails. The original lodge, inhabited by Scottish settlers in 1877, still stands and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.