Park of the Canals
- Park
- Regional draw
- Mesa
Mesa's Park of the Canals preserves traces of historic irrigation in an outdoor setting that also includes desert planting. It offers a way to consider how moving water shaped settlement and agriculture in an otherwise dry landscape.
Read the on-site interpretation so the surviving canal features have context. Prepare for an outdoor visit in desert conditions and check city information for current access and facilities before setting out.
Visitor details reviewed October 17, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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