One of the Last Weekends of the Season at Scorpion Bay Marina.
Spending Labor Day at Lake Pleasant is a classic, and yes, Paqua Park at Scorpion Bay Marina is open on Labor Day. If you’re still figuring out what to do, spending the entire long weekend bouncing, climbing, and splashing at Lake Pleasant is hard to beat.
The Lake Feels Different by Labor Day
By September, the peak summer crowds that pack Lake Pleasant in July have settled down. The water is still warm, the lake is still wide open and there is a certain end-of-season energy at Scorpion Bay Marina that makes the whole experience feel a little more relaxed. Forty-five minutes on the inflatable course with open water stretching out around you hits differently when you know summer is almost done.
Paqua Park Is Built for Group Outings
Labor Day is the classic last-summer-hurrah weekend. At Paqua Park, groups of 10 or more get a discounted rate of $24 per person when booked online, compared to the standard $27.50 rate. The bigger the group, the better the value. And if the crew has enough energy for another round, back-to-back sessions are available at $15 per person for the second session.
For something more exclusive, full park private rentals are available for groups who want the whole course to themselves. Reach out to the Paqua Park team directly to explore that option.
If You Haven’t Been Yet, This Is the Weekend
Spend Labor Day weekend at Paqua Park, and you’ll likely spend the rest of September wishing summer lasted a little longer. The park closes at the end of September and doesn’t reopen until spring, so if it has been on the list all summer, Labor Day weekend is the window.
What to Know Before Your Labor Day Session at Paqua Park
Paqua Park is located at Scorpion Bay Marina inside Lake Pleasant Regional Park at 10970 Peninsula Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85345. Maricopa County charges a $10 per car entry fee at the gate. Plan to arrive 15 to 30 minutes before your session for check-in, life jacket fitting and the pre-session safety briefing. Signing your waiver online before you arrive is the easiest way to speed up check-in.
Book your session before the weekend fills up. See you on the water!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paqua Park open on Labor Day?
Yes. Paqua Park is open weekends in September and is also open on Labor Day Monday.
Do I need to book in advance for Labor Day weekend?
Booking ahead is strongly recommended. Sessions have limited capacity and holiday weekends tend to fill up.
Is there a group discount for Labor Day?
Yes. Groups of 10 or more get a discounted rate of $24 per person when booked online.
Can we do more than one session on the same day?
Yes. Back-to-back sessions are available at $15 per person for the second session. You will need to exit the course and attend the safety briefing again before your next round.
When does Paqua Park close for the season?
Paqua Park runs through the end of September. Check paquapark.com for the exact closing date for the 2026 season.