Campground Overview:
Cave Creek Regional Park is located north of Phoenix. This 2,922-acre park sits in the upper Sonoran Desert. Ranging in elevation from 2,000 feet to 3,060, this desert oasis provides any hiker and equestrian majestic views. The Go John Trail loops around a mountain to provide the illusion of being miles away from civilization. In the 1870s, fever stricken gold seekers staked their dreams on the jasper-studded hills. Guided trails to these sites give visitors an opportunity to travel back in time.
Campsites:
The Family Campground consists of 44 campsites for tent or RV camping. The average site size is 40′; however, pull through sites may accommodate up to a 60′ RV with water and electrical hookups, a picnic table and a barbecue fire ring. Cave Creek Regional Park provides immaculate restrooms with flush toilets and hot water showers.
Campground at a Glance
Level: |
Developed w/ Shower |
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Year-Round |
Nearby City: |
Phoenix Valley |
Fishing: |
None |
Campground Website: |
Family Campground- Cave Creek Regional Park |
Campground Map: |
Campground Map / Park Map |
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Nearby Attractions and Activities:
Cave Creek was named for the small stream that rises in the hills to the northeast and flows southwesterly for 25 miles before reaching Paradise Valley. The stream, in turn, was named from a high, overhanging bluff along its west bank that forms a wide, open cavern about two miles north of the present day Cave Creek. People have taken shelter there for centuries. A bloody skirmish occurred within the cave between Apache Indians and U.S. Troops in 1873.
Ancient Hohokam Indians stayed in the area from around 800 A.D. until 1400 A.D. Many reminders of their living in the area still remain. Stone huts, pit houses, terraced field and irrigation ditches were left behind. There are also many petroglyphs that were carved by the Indians.
Cave Creek Regional Park offers over 11-miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Park trails range in length from 0.2 miles to 5.8 miles and range in difficulty from easy to difficult. If you are looking for an easy, relatively short hike the Slate Trail is recommended. If you are looking for a longer, more difficult hike, try the 5.8-mile Go John Trail. The trails within the Cave Creek Regional Park are very popular, with dramatic elevations and spectacular views of the surrounding plains. All trails are multi-use unless otherwise designated. All trail users are encouraged to practice proper trail etiquette. Always remember to carry plenty of water and let someone know where you are going.
Step back in time, as we share the mining history of the Cave Creek Regional Park. Paint a memory-making picture of pioneer life ranching and mining in this area 150 years ago. Enjoy vistas of the human world of Phoenix or the wide-open empty space of the desert. Our knowledgeable guides will educate you on the unique desert flora and fauna of the Arizona Desert.
Visit Cave Creek Trailrides or call 623-742-6700 for pricing and more info. Cave Creek Trail Rides is a recreation service partner with Maricopa County Parks and Recreation