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Town in Arizona, United States
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Cave Creek is a small town north of Phoenix and part of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. It is a popular destination for equestrians, bikers, and those seeking high-end resort lifestyles.
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Has a number of exhibits examining the history of the Cave Creek area, from pre-Columbian to the end of the 19th century.
Between the town of Cave Creek and Tonto National Forest, the Spur Cross conservation offers a wide expanse of trails through a fertile section of the Sonoran Desert, suitable for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. See Hohokam ruins and petroglyphs. Guided tours available.
Has a number of good trails, suitable for hiking and mountain biking.
Guided horse rides through Spur Cross.
Guided horse rides through Cave Creek Park.
A former dude ranch turned golf course.
Bike rentals in Cave Creek
Road and mountain bike rentals conveniently located near Spur Cross Recreation Area, Cave Creek Park, the Black Canyon Trail and Cave Creek/Carefree area resorts.
Weekly Sunday morning bike ride.
Takes place annually at the end of October or early November. Parades, rodeos, car shows, arts and crafts, food, music, and various other events.
Weekend rodeo event with parade, music, food, dance, vendors, and a golf tournament. Takes place annually in early April.
Holds several arts and crafts festivals between November and April.
Fine arts and wine tasting.
Annual free self-guided tour among around 45 home studios with 150 participating artists. Takes place over the last two weekends of November.
Typically takes place at the end of March/start of April.
A 1950s style burger joint. On Friday nights, classic car enthusiasts can be found in the parking lot.
A popular pizza shop in Cave Creek. Customers can either eat in at the store or take out. Delivery is extra.
Fine Mexican dining in a romantic setting. Large duck pond and live classic guitar on the weekends.
Fried food and tourist kitsch.
Fine French dining. Come for dinner or the four course Sunday brunch.
Next to the Rancho Mañana golf course. Casual gourmet version of Cartwrights.
Famous biker bar. Look out for local Sonny Barger.
Gavigan's
Local cowboy bar/restaurant with a strong Steelers following. Live music and line dancing. Play poker with the locals and get a few tips on your stocks while you're at the table.
The Chip
Green Bay Packers/Cowboy bar. Live bull ridding on Thursday nights. Free dance lessons. Rival bar of Harold's Corral.
Family-run hotel with 16 rooms and eight Casita apartments. The only main street hotel in Cave Creek. Local hospitality since 1971.
Space for RVs and camping along with clean hot showers, trails, and a rodeo arena. Electric hook-ups available; reservations can be made online.
A faux old-west town with tourist shops and restaurants.
A newer western themed shopping plaza set up as a village.
Cave Creek has many fine art galleries along its main street. The second Friday of every month is Art Night – the studios stay open until 9PM.
A monthly flea market where shoppers can find an eclectic mix of items, including second-hand goods and arts and crafts.
Cave Creek is most easily accessed by heading north of Phoenix on I-17.
Read in the guideThe entire town is connected through a network of horse, hiking and mountain bike trails.
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Phoenix · International · PHX
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