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From central Phoenix, take I-17 north to Carefree Hwy (SR 74). Exit Carefree Hwy. and travel east to 32nd St. (7 miles). Turn north on 32nd St. to the Cave Creek Regional Park entrance.
Trail and maps were well marked. Good parking and water station at the trail entrance. We took 2.4 hours to complete a trail estimated at 2-2.2 hours since we stopped for pictures a few times.
I recommend going when it’s 55-85F since there is no shade when it gets hotter.
Great spot for a family weekend picnic. We bring snacks and games and hang out under the Ramada at the playground. The playground has fun desert theming and the restroom is right there as well. You've got beautiful desert views and can watch the trail riders go by. Also we always love checking out the shop and a few creatures inside. Can't wait for kids to be old enough for a trail ride here. There is an entrance fee per car to enter the park
Nice park. Entrance fee results in nice bathrooms and a Visitor center which has live rattlesnakes and Gila monster. Plenty of parking.
We started out on the Slate trail and tested our longevity on the Go John but decided not to go too far, perhaps another day. The trails are well marked, very debris free and clearly far from any trees, saguaro or other plants which is safer. We like this park, nice camping spaces and the visitor center very nicely maintained, very friendly Staff!! Restrooms are close to the trailheads and one at the visitor center. Picnic tables throughout the park and benches are at different locations on trails to sit and enjoy the view!!
This park has great hiking trails with beautiful views! The visitors center is very nice and has beautiful surrounding grounds. Inside the visitors center is very helpful information. I highly recommend stopping at this beautiful park!!
