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Maricopa
Maricopa offers residents and businesses the experience of a small-town, rural atmosphere, located just a short distance from two major metropolitan areas. Located around 25 miles from Sky Harbor International Airport, the City of Maricopa is approximately 59 square miles in size and surrounded by Indian reservations.
For Visitors Information:
44870 W. Hathaway Avenue
Maricopa, AZ 85139
(520) 568-9573
Visit the Official Maricopa Website
- County: Maricopa
- Year of Incorporation: 2003
- Elevation: 1,170
- Population: 38,000
Maricopa Attractions
Maricopa is home to a large casino-resort-hotel, along with several golf courses, including some of the state's top-ranked courses. Another local resort hosts a new amateur football training facility. You can also stay in a beautiful bed and breakfast in the Maricopa area, or dine in one of the city's assorted restaurants. Maricopa is surrounded by both the Gila River Indian Community and the Ak Chin Indian Community, giving the city a rich history - as well providing plenty of cultural opportunities, including two local Native American museums.
Maricopa History & Culture
A 1694 journal entry by Father Eusebio Francisco Kino records a description of what would become Maricopa Wells, which became an important and famous stage stop for the Butterfield Overland Mail Line that stretched from St. Louis to San Francisco. The 1870s brought the railroad south of the wells. Today’s Maricopa Road (John Wayne Parkway) lies over the top of that old rail line.
In 1935, Maricopa settled into a slower pace as rail traffic north was halted. Today, the city's farms and pecan groves have given way to new rooftops, paved roads and endless opportunities for residents. In response to unprecedented hyper-growth, the residents of Arizona’s 88th city voted to adopt its first Municipal General Plan that would ensure Maricopa achieves its vision through the year 2025. The City of Maricopa is a family-oriented, vibrant community for residents and businesses seeking careful growth, environmental awareness and a high quality of life.
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