Cave Creek Regional Park
This 2,922-acre park sits in the upper Sonoran Desert and ranges in elevation from 2,000 feet to 3,060 feet. This desert oasis provides majestic views.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Maricopa
Directions: 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.
Latitude: 33.82276
Longitude: -112.017161
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: May 1 to October 31 - 5 am to 9 pm daily / November 1 to April 30 - 6 am to 8 pm daily
Admission or Fees: $7.00
Habitats: Desert, Stream or river
Know Before You Go
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Canyon Wren, Gilded Flicker
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-throated Sparrow, Cactus Wren, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Gila Woodpecker, Lesser Goldfinch, Lesser Nighthawk, Phainopepla, Ruby-crowned Kinglet , Verdin, White-winged Dove
Contact Information
Cave Creek Regional Park
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department
41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
Morristown, AZ 85342
Phone: 602-506-2930
Website: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/cave-creek-regional-park/
Email: maricopacountyparks@maricopa.gov
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L697052
