Cave Creek, AZ established as a gold mining town and stopping point for the U.S. Cavalry in the mid 1870s, is not like most other towns. While most of the buildings built in the 1800s are probably gone, many that are standing have been there longer than anyone can remember and are reminiscent of what things looked like in the Wild West so long ago.
Located high above Phoenix in the foothills of Black Mountain and Elephant Butte, Cave Creek has accomplished the nearly impossible task of maintaining its old west character and charm in an era of exponential growth within the metropolitan Phoenix area. Cave Creek features several saloons, western shops, Rodeo Events, Galleries and live music. In fact, live entertainment can be enjoyed almost nightly from national acts to home grown talent. Throw in some championship golf, several unique southwest jewelry shops and numerous other specialty stores and you have a must visit location just minutes but a time warp away from nearby Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona.
Establishments such as Harold’s Corral that has been around for over 80 years bringing in crowds that are diverse with visitors and residents alike enjoying all that is unique in Cave Creek. Other notable eateries include The Hideaway Grill and The Roadhouse, The Horny Toad Restaurant, Tonto Bar and Grill, Mountain View Pub and Cryin’ Coyote Barbecue are all popular as well. Nestled next to the delicious homemade ice cream of The City Creamery, is the newer Stumblina’s Cantina with its spacious patio overlooking the center of Cave Creek towards Black Mountain has become a destination itself within the town.