ACTIVITIES:

• bird-watching
• camping
• equestrian
• hiking
• mountain biking
• picnicking
• scenic drive
• stargazing
• trail running

HIGHLIGHTS:

Horse rentals (Cave Creek Trailrides)

Archery instruction

Stargazing program

Multiple historic and prehistoric cultural sites

HABITAT:

Sonoran desert; saguaro / paloverde & desert wash communities. Elevation ranges from around 2,000′ – 3,060

AVAILABILITY:

Open year-round; 6a – 8p. Ideal seasons are late fall through spring. Check park website or call for current open hours.

AMENITIES:

Nature Center (8a – 4p daily)
Amphitheater (reservable)
15+ miles of multi-use trails rated easy to moderately-difficult
Equestrian staging area
1 full hookup campground with 55 reservable campsites with access to restrooms with hot showers
4 reservable group picnic ramadas with tables, grills, outlets, trash, water, fire pit
51 individual picnic sites with tables & grills
Restrooms in picnic areas & most trailheads
Playground
Classes, guided walks, and interpretive programming

PERMITS / FEES:

Park entry is $7/vehicle or annual passes are available for $85.
Hke / Bike / Equestrian entry is $2 or annual passes are available for $30.
Annual passes include access to all Maricopa County Parks.
Camping is $32 / night (not including group options); an $8 non-refundable reservation fee may apply.
Additional fee information can be found here.