Haunted Hike!
Saturday, Oct. 28
07:00 PM – 08:30 PM
Cave Creek Regional Park
37900 E. Cave Creek Parkway
Cave Creek
(623) 465-0431
Are you feeling brave? Old abandoned mines can be a bit creepy. They’re downright spooky around Halloween! Some folks say the old Clay Mine is haunted! Only one way to know for certain. You’ll have to check it out for yourself! Park at the Nature Center. Hike over to the Clay Mine. A guide will escort you into the mine, but beware! The guide may be possessed! We have to lock the spirits in for the night at 8:30pm, so don’t be late! Bring a flashlight and water for the easy to moderate hike out and back (1.8 miles round-trip). Not recommended for kids under 10. No pets, please!
Find the Ranger
Sunday, Oct. 29
09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
44000 N. Spur Cross Road
Cave Creek
This open-house style program features the park ranger hiking along the Metate Trail and stopping to talk with park visitors. Your job is to find him. The ranger will have photos of desert animals as well as some old photos of the Spur Cross Guest Ranch from back in its heyday. The ranger will also be available to answer any questions you may have about the park, discuss park history, and help identify plants and animals. (easy)
