UCPlaces | Where to Live: Pinal County, Arizona

Places (POIs) visited during this tour

Place #1

Recommended Starting Point

Distance: 2.47mi , Attraction : Golf Club

4846 AZ-238, Maricopa, AZ 85139, USA

AK Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club

Come get your swing on and play some rounds of golf at Southern Dunes Golf Club on your left. This Golf club has been named in Golf Week’s “Top Casino Courses” and “Best Courses you can play” and for good reason.

This golf course has been the venue for high ranking tournaments such as an annual U.S. Open qualifying site, The PGA Section Championship, and several top collegiate golf tournaments

If you visit you’ve got to go to their onsite restaurant Arroyo Grille, especially on Sunday so you can take advantage of their 5 dollar Bloody Marys and Mimosas.

https://www.akchinsoutherndunes.com

Place #2

Distance: 1.37mi , Attraction : Restaurant

21286 Sunset Dr, Maricopa, AZ 85139, USA

Native Grill and Wings

Are you a native northerner who needs a taste of home or do you just want some good wings?

Head over to Native Grill and Wings on your right. Started in 1978 by Dynamic duo Floyd and Judy Anderson, they packed up the daughters from New York City and headed west to Arizona with a dream to open up a restaurant.

Home of the “Native” Wing, Native Grill and Wings were the first to bring their New York Wings to Sunny Arizona and it was a hit with locals ever since. Enjoy Mild Honey BBQ wings to extreme heat ghost pepper wings for the more adventurous.

Turn left at Santa Rosa Drive.

https://nativegrillandwings.com/

Place #3

Distance: 0.70mi , Attraction : Golf Course

43066 Anne Ln, Maricopa, AZ 85138, USA

The Duke Golf Course at Rancho el Dorado.

Here on your left we will pass the Duke Golf Course at Rancho el Dorado, ranked number #1 “Player Friendly Course in Phoenix/Scottsdale" by Gold Tips Magazine.

This golf course has a 72 par, 18 hole championship styled golfourse perfect for any seasoned golfer. Enjoy the changing views of desert landscape and mountains with every hole.

Arizona is a popular golfing destination due to its temperate winter climate. Did you know that Arizona holds about 12 million rounds of golf every year?

https://www.thedukegolf.com/

Place #4

Distance: 2.12mi , Attraction : Society

21407 N Falcon Ln, Maricopa, AZ 85138, USA

Maricopa Historical Society

On your right we will be passing the Maricopa Historical Society.

Established in 2010 to preserve Maricopa’s history, here you will find information about Maricopa’s rich history that spans over thousands of years.

A great exhibit to check out is their “Oral history project”. This exhibit features a large collection of videotaped oral histories from various residents who are now no longer around to tell their stories.

If you’re interested in history and preservation, feel free to join the Maricopa Historical Society, they meet every First Monday of the month at the Maricopa Public Library.

Please turn left on W Smith Enke Rd and then a right onto North Porter Road and then a right on Honeycutt Rd.

http://www.mhs50.com/

Place #5

Distance: 1.18mi , Attraction : Facts

19616 N Toya St, Maricopa, AZ 85138, USA

Pinal County facts

Stay with me here. Did you know that in the 2010 census, Pinal County was the fastest growing county in the United States? True story.

Take a left onto Plainview street.

https://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Pages/Home.aspx

Place #6

Distance: 0.79mi , Attraction : Market

44302 W Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy, Maricopa, AZ 85138, USA

Stagestop Marketplace

Let’s check out Stagestop Market place.

Enjoy the hidden gems that Pinal County has to offer here. Rustic rose is Pinal County’s beloved furniture resale store, locally sourced and locally sold to help benefit the community. Their stock changes often so make sure to visit frequently!

If you get hungry make sure to stop by the Sonora Hot Dogs and Taco Truck to get some of the best Mexican food in town. Their street tacos are a fan favorite but if you have a sweet tooth you’ve gotta try their fresas con crema.

https://www.facebook.com/stagestopmarketplace/

Place #7

Distance: 0.81mi , Attraction : School

44660 W Tapps Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85139, USA

Maricopa High school

You can turn right on west Honeycutt Avenue if you want to see Maricopa High School, or you can just stay on this road until we get to our next stop. Maricopa High School was first built in 1955. Go Rams!

https://www.musd20.org/Domain/11

Place #8

Distance: 1.04mi , Attraction : Recreation Center

44740 W Sandhill Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85139, USA

Copper Sky Recreation

Built in 2014, Copper sky is Pinal’s premier workout facility. They offer top of the line workout machines as well as free weights and group exercise classes. They even offer family friendly group-workout classes, perfect for all ages and abilities.

Their aquatic center features a 25 yard lap pool with diving board as a leisure pool with waterslide and even a rock climbing wall.

On top of the state of art facility, they host multiple competitive sports fields including basketball courts,sand volleyball courts, a skate park and eight illuminated multi-use fields.

https://www.copperskymaricopa.com/

Place #9

Distance: 2.14mi , Attraction : Casino

N Maricopa Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138, USA

AK Chin Circle Entertainment Center/ Casino.

On your right is AK Chin Circle Entertainment Center.

Ak Chin Circle is your one stop shop for entertainment here in Pinal County. Enjoy the latest film releases at the onsite movie theatre or enjoy a game of pins at the attached bowling alley.

That's not even all of it! They also have an arcade and laser tag arena!

Want something a little more relaxed? Enjoy a nice Sunday brunch or after work happy hour at their onsite bar and grill.

This makes it a perfect place for hosting birthday parties and social events.

Want some more adult oriented fun? Try your luck at the Harrah’s Ak Chin Casino and hey! you might even get lucky.

This casino has been serving the people of Pinal County since 1994. Enjoy casino favorites like table games that include poker and blackjack, bingo hall and over 1,000 slot machines!

If you're not feeling like betting, you can enjoy some poolside cocktails at their heated outdoor swimming pool.

Harrah’s also acts as a popular venue for comedy and musical shows, so make sure to check back regularly to see who's coming to town!

And just like that, this is the end of our tour. I had a blast, did you? What do you say we go exploring again sometime soon. Until then, so long and happy touring!

https://ak-chincircle.com/

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What's included?

A self-guided audio tour taken via the UCPlaces app [iOS (iPhone) / Apple CarPlay / Android / Android Auto].
Tour route map and in-app GPS navigation (via the UCPlaces app).
Audio stories for places visited during the tour.
Apple CarPlay connection (iOS users) and Android Auto connection (Android users); for a seamless driving tour experience.

What's NOT included?

Earphones (highly recommended).
Smartphone.
Any kind of transportation (including tickets and passes).
Tickets to the attractions on your tour.
Food and drinks
Physical tour guide.

Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural

+ How long does this tour take?

Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 0.5 to 1 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.

+ What does this tour include?

This self-guided driving tour includes 9 stops, covering top attractions such as AK Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club, Native Grill and Wings, The Duke Golf Course at Rancho el Dorado., Maricopa Historical Society, Pinal County facts.

+ Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at AK Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club (Address: 4846 AZ-238, Maricopa, AZ 85139, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.

+ What type of tour is this?

This is a self-guided driving tour designed to be completed by car, covering scenic routes, city highlights and optional key stops.

+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?

Yes, this is a self-guided driving tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you. The only vaiables that might affect your pace are speed limits and traffic congestion.

+ Do I need a car for this tour?

Yes, this is a driving tour, designed to be completed by car, with stops spread across different locations connected by a driving route.

+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?

There are two things that you need - <b>1.</b> A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour). <b>2.</b> A car. Here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a charging cable for your car. 2. Connect your phone to the car speaker system via bluetooth or use our CarPlay/Android Auto option for the best experience.

+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?

The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. This works great either directly from your phone, or while connected to your car's multimedia system and using our CarPlay or Android Auto options. Just follow the route and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.

+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?

Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.

+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?

Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.

+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?

The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.

+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?

We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.

+ Can I take the tour in my language?

Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!

Where to Live: Pinal County, Arizona

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