Buckeye
Buckeye is a small and rural community located roughly 24 miles southwest of the metropolitan area in Phoenix. With a population of roughly 68,000 people, Buckeye is your quintessential small town located outside of a big city. Buckeye is home to many nearby attractions, including Buckeye Hills Regional Park, Robbins Butte Wildlife Sanctuary, and Estrella Mountain Regional Park.
The town was originally founded by a family of settlers who hailed from various parts of the country. Buckeye was incorporated as a city back in 1929 and the first Mayor was Hugh Watson. Hugh Watsin Jr., the son of Hugh Watson, also served as Mayor of Buckeye.
Living in Buckeye
Buckeye is an economically thriving community with over 89% of the population living above the poverty level. The city offers a fairly easy and quick commute to Phoenix, as most of the population travels to the surrounding areas for work. Goodyear is home to Glendale Community College and Arizona State University-West, which are both acclaimed institutions for higher education. Buckeye is a safe and quiet community, and many people relocate to the area to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city. Buckeye also has several programs in place aimed at training its residents and developing their abilities so that they can achieve financial prosperity.
Geo-Coordinates of Buckeye:
Lat: 33.370464
Long: -112.583549
Things to do in Buckeye
Buckeye is one of the fastest-growing cities in the area because it is a haven for wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. There are many trails for you and your friends to explore. For example, there is the Historic Gillespie Dam Bridge, which is a 1,662-foot long bridge that used to be the largest steel structure in the state of Arizona. Tourists and visitors love to come by the bridge and marvel at the now-defunct structure. Also in Goodyear is the Skyline Regional Park, where there are more than 16 miles of trails which makes it the ideal place to go hiking, biking, or horseback riding. If you are a true nature lover, then we also recommend that you visit also White Tank Mountain Regional Park. There you can explore 29,271 acres of desert and mountain landscapes. The annual Buckeye’s Air Fair is also a fun event to check out if you have the opportunity. It features aviation exhibits, aircraft displays, and aerial demonstrations. Visiting the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium is also a fun way to spend the day with your family because it features one of the largest collections of exotic animals throughout the state of Arizona.
