Events

: Start the weekend with a brisk hike through the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Derik
as the sun sets and take in the sweeping views of Cave Creek’s many mountains and the city of Phoenix. Click on program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of adventure as we set off in search of scorpions. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Derik on a hike through pristine Sonoran Desert and riparian habitat as
you learn about the native edible plants and the native peoples that once called the park home.

McDowell Mountain Summer Night Rides are back! In partnership with McDowell Mountain Cycles, we are excited to invite riders of all levels and abilities to come out and experience the trails!

Ranger Kevin for an evening of summer stargazing! Click program title for more details.

Explore the entire park with Ranger Derik as we work our way through riparian and
upland desert habitat to learn about the many plant and animal species that call the Sonoran Desert home.
Click on program title for more details.

Celebrate World Ranger Day by learning about the Junior Ranger program and earning your badge by taking the pledge with Ranger Jacque! Click program title for more details.