Historic Sites

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Remnants of prehistoric Indian societies and late 19th- to early 20th-century gold, silver and copper mining activity are abundant in the Desert Foothills that surround Cave Creek. Rocks etched with symbolic Hohokam Tribe drawings are scattered throughout the desert terrain, and abandoned mines that turned out to be richer with history than booty are still visible on some mountains.

Spur Cross Ranch and the Sears-Kay ruins in the Tonto National Forest are two local preservation areas to visit for Hohokam relics. The Go John Canyon Preserve offers glimpses of Hohokam ruins, the Old Stage Trail and the site of Cave Creek's original cemetery.

Tours of Cave Creek area mines are available by jeep (Rackensack Tours) and on horseback (Cave Creek Trail Rides).

For an in-depth overview of Cave Creek's Hohokam and mining history visit the Cave Creek Museum or its Website.

Recreation and Relaxation

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Living in the Highlands at Canyon Ridge is better than taking a vacation. You can hike, go horseback riding, cycling, boating, golfing or swimming, play tennis, or get a tan or spa treatment any day of the week, and return to the comfort of your own bed every night.

      Hiking, Horseback Riding and Cycling

      Boating

      Golf and Spas

Art Galleries and Shops

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Since the early 20th century, the unparalleled scenery and sunlight has beckoned highly-respected artists from all over the world to settle in the Cave Creek area. You can discover and purchase their works—which represent every medium and style—in local galleries, outdoor art shows and in their home studios.

For more information about Cave Creek area artists, art shows and art galleries visit the following Websites

Cowboy Bars and Fine Dining

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You still occasionally see horses tied to the hitching posts outside historic Harold's Cave Creek Corral and the Buffalo Chip Saloon, two of Cave Creek's most notorious watering holes. No matter what kind of dining experience you crave, from tea room, coffee house or wine bar fare to classic French cuisine, you'll find it in and near Cave Creek.