Location: Cave Creek
Top Things to do in Cave Creek
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Cave Creek, Arizona (AZ)
Cave Creek is a town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. It is 27 mi (43 km) northeast of Phoenix. According to the 2010 census, the population of the town was 5,015.
Restaurants in Cave Creek
1. Windwalker Expeditions
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Windwalker Expeditions has been guiding "private only" horseback excursions and wilderness adventures for visitors from all over the world for over 20 years. With access to hundreds of miles of wilderness trails we are able to "design" unique and challenging horseback rides to match any level of riding experience. These are awesome "private" rides and we do allow "trotting and cantering" depending on our guests experience level. (Trot & Canter---English or Western--Novice to Advanced) Windwalker is not a stable. we are completely mobile, this allows us the freedom to trailer our horses to various trailheads throughout the Sonoran Desert. With hundreds of miles of backcountry permits we will travel to some of the most exciting and diverse trail systems in the Sonoran Desert.
2. Cave Creek Trail Rides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 484 reviews
Located just north of Phoenix, we offer a variety of horseback rides through the beautiful Sonoran Desert. All of our horses are gentle and experienced and take great care of our guests. We specialize in family friendly, safe horseback rides that are perfect for beginners and experienced riders alike. Our trails provide an excellent view of the Go John Mountains and the Phoenix valley below. We offer THE best horseback rides in the Phoenix area. Here at Cave Creek Trail Rides, we are known for our warm hospitality and our well cared for horses. Our guides are always friendly and courteous and love to share their knowledge about horses, the Sonoran Desert, and Cave Creek's history. Our horses are gentle, well mannered and always well cared for. Cave Creek Trail Rides offers a true western experience! We even include cowboy boots, hats and chaps to wear on your ride or just for great picture opportunities. We are dedicated to making your trail ride with us the highlight of your trip.
Reviewed By mifried - Chicago, United States
We had a wonderful one hour trail ride with Kailie. What set this ride apart was the path we went on-- it was quite hilly, narrow, and full of beautiful scenery, one of the more interesting trails that I have done on a beginner recreational ride. I also enjoyed learning about the horses that we were riding-- we learned some silly and interesting facts about them. Kailie was lovely to chat with in general. We had a small group and it did not feel like a "factory" although it was a busy period!
3. Trailhead Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
Trailhead Ranch is a trail riding facility that takes guests horseback riding around the beautiful Sonoran desert. Whether you are an experienced rider or have never ridden before, our horses (and guides) will take great care of you and give you an amazing experience in Arizona!
Reviewed By bearsfanxo - Troy, United States
My mother and I have been riding together since I was a small child and we decided to book a ride with Russ while we were in town. It was one of the best we have ever had! Russ is incredibly friendly, the scenery is beautiful, and his horses are well taken care of. Definitely recommend going with Trailhead Ranch if you are looking to ride.
4. Spur Cross Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By 57gwenc - Prescott, United States
This area displays the Sonoran Desert at its finest! The trails are wide and clearly marked. We hiked the Spur Cross to Dragonfly Trails. These take you across the Flowing Cave Creek on a wooden plant bridge, from the desert to the mountains with awesome views, through a saguaro forest, past petroglyphs , down to along a riverbed ( dry at this time of year) past an old mine tunnel and back up to a large dirt parking area approx 3.5 miles. There are many hiking trails and you can add to the length of your hike should you want to. The conservation area is staffed by volunteers who are extremely friendly and helpful. For $3 each they provide you with a trail map. If you’ve already paid to visit Cave Creek Regional Park or are camping there you don’t need to pay the fee. It is an amazingly beautiful area and we look forward to returning next year perhaps toward the end of February in hopes of seeing the desert wildflowers in full bloom.
5. Cave Creek Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By 468evat - San Diego, United States
I enjoyed hiking Go John and Overton trails during my visit to Cave Creek. The park is a short drive from the center of Cave Creek and the folks at the Nature center are super helpful. Lovely solo hiking. Very peaceful and quiet on a weekday in October
6. Arizona Horseback Adventures at Spur Cross
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Phoenix, Arizona horseback riding in Cave Creek is at Arizona Horseback Adventures at Spur Cross - providing guided horse trail riding for Phoenix, Scottsdale and Cave Creek. All levels ages 5 and up. Pony rides available for younger. Cantina available for ride n dines or special events.
Reviewed By sjessick17
We had a great ride, our guide Jordan was helpful with my young daughter and gave us a great tour with lots of facts about the area.
7. Extreme Arizona
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Our experienced local guides will take you to many different points of interest in the Sonoran Desert and up to the Bradshaw Mountains during one of our longer tours offered. The Sonoran Desert tours will showcase the diverse wildlife, topography, flora and fauna. Wildlife that may be seen includes coyotes, lizards, deer, gila monster, javelina, tarantula, snakes, deer, wild burro, and free range cattle. The spring time is particularly beautiful during the desert bloom, where cacti flower in a rainbow of color.
8. MTM Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
As outdoor recreation, MTM Ranch Horseback Adventures Is extremely blessed during this challenging time. We are totally open as our business and atmosphere is outdoors, fresh air and "socially distant" while providing individuals with our freshly sterilized equipment. We have been providing rides in the high desert mountains north of Scottsdale in the quaint town of Cave Creek. For over 30 years we have enjoyed our private trails sharing with many desert creatures. We have been in business for over 30 years on our private ranch with 870 acres we only share with the desert wildlife. No bikers, No Hikers and no motorized vehicles.
9. Desert Foothills Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Member supported 501 (c) 3 public library offering full library service, passport office, book store and lifelong learning programs for all ages.
Reviewed By flyguide - Pagosa Springs, United States
I have visited libraries all over the country. This is one of the best. It is very responsive and proactive. There are programs for everyone. Check out the monthly calendar of events and take advantage of the classes, movies, events etc. There are always new books by your favorite authors. The staff is terrific. You can get your passport here. This library offers more services. There is plenty of room for reading, computers for your use, a large selection of movies and digital books. There is a large reading area. It is a terrific community library that also has a separate room for children.
10. Way out West, Off Road Expeditions
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
