The Duke at Rancho El Dorado
The Duke at Rancho El Dorado (Par 72, 7011 yards) is one of the community's focal points. In addition to golf, the course offers views of the surrounding desert and the Estrella mountains. The Silver Spur Grill can fix you up for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The Duke at Rancho El Dorado
42660 Rancho El Dorado Parkway
Maricopa, AZ 85239
480-844-1100
thedukegolf.com
The Headquarters
The Headquarters Café has been serving machaca (a delicious combination of beef, onions and jalapenos) for decades. In an era of mass-merchandise eateries, this local favorite has maintained much of its original look, and the staff offers service with a smile.
Headquarters Café
19640 N. Maricopa Road
Maricopa, AZ 85239
520-568-2167
Sonoran Desert National Monument
On Highway 238 between Maricopa and Gila Bend, you'll find the 487,000 acres of the Sonoran Desert National Monument. It's remote and primitive (no "facilities"), and provides an opportunity for folks to enjoy the desert in its quiet, natural state. Visitors will need water and hats.
Website: blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/natmon/son_des.html
Harrah's Ak Chin Casino
Harrah's Ak Chin Casino is south of town on Highway 347. In addition to the games of chance (slots, poker), Harrah's Ak Chin is a modern resort that offers spacious rooms, a pool with a swim-up bar and a variety of dining opportunities that include the all-you-can-eat Harvest Buffet and the Range Steakhouse.
Harrah's Ak Chin Casino
15406 Maricopa Road
Maricopa, AZ 85239
480-802-5000
harrahsakchin.com
Red River Ranch
Surrounding cattle ranches and feedlots, as well as extensive cotton fields, are evidence of Maricopa's agricultural past. The Red River Ranch, a few miles south of town and east of Highway 347, was once owned by actor John Wayne.
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