Cave Creek Regional Park
A large Maricopa County desert park with many miles of multi-use trails, a short drive north of Tatum Ranch.
- Address
- 37019 N. Lava Lane, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
- Managed by
- Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
- Size
- More than 2,900 acres of Sonoran Desert
- Entry fee
- Per-vehicle entry fee applies
- Confirm details
- maricopacountyparks.net
Cave Creek Regional Park is one of the two big county desert parks closest to Tatum Ranch, covering more than 2,900 acres of Sonoran Desert with over 15 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Trail options run from short and easy to longer and more challenging.
Two of the better-known trails are the Go John Trail, a loop of roughly 5.8 miles that circles a desert mountain, and the shorter, easier Slate Trail. The park has a seasonal nature center and connects to the regional Maricopa Trail system. Other facilities such as camping and nature programs may be available, so confirm the current amenities, hours, and fees at maricopacountyparks.net.
The park charges a per-vehicle entry fee that changes over time, so check the current rate before you go.
What you will find
- More than 15 miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback trails
- Go John Trail (about a 5.8 mile loop)
- Slate Trail (short and easier)
- Seasonal nature center
- Connection to the Maricopa Trail
Confirm current hours, fees, and conditions at maricopacountyparks.net before you go.
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