Tempe Town Lake

Tempe Town Lake isn’t just a destination—it’s a a choose-your-own-adventure kind of place that makes it one of Arizona's top attractions. Not only does it serve up stunning views with amazing photo backdrops but it’s also your ultimate playground with more than five miles of paths, water activities, exercise trails, and picnic-perfect spots.

Choose Your Adventure

Restaurants & Dining • Shopping & Leisure • Spotlight • Outdoor Recreation

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Features

UNIQUE Indoor Experiences You Must Try

When it's too hot to handle, keep it cool with these indoor experiences. From potting plants, to creating a DIY souvenir, candle-making or even creating your own scented potion.

Restaurants & Dining

What Makes a Burger Sexy?

Sexy Burger is the newest (and sexiest) spot on Mill Ave. If you like fresh and locally sourced ingredients, then this is the place for you. Get the inside scoop on what makes their burgers so sexy.

Featured Activities

Water Adventures Await!

Tempe Town Lake is the hub of urban water adventures. Want to paddle in style? Rent a kayak, paddleboard, or pedal-powered swan or dragon boat. Feeling fancy? Cruise the lake in an electric Donut Boat—it’s as fun as it sounds. All rentals provided by Tempe Boat Rentals and a great way to spend a morning, afternoon or evening floating on the lake!

Boat Rentals

Walk, Jog, or Roll

Enjoy more than five miles of scenic, mostly lakeside paths. Rent a bike or scooter to loop the lake or stroll toward the Tempe Center for the Arts and cross the scenic pedestrian bridge—it’s a fan favorite for a reason. Want a unique ride? Surrey bikes from Boat Rentals of America are a quirky, fun option for the whole squad.

Boat Rentals of America & The Bicycle Cellar offer a variety of rental options for biking around the lake.

Rent a Bike