Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Geology, Gold, and Streams Walk

Learn about the geology and streams of the Spur Cross region on an easy two-mile walk with nationally known earth science author and park docent Thomas McGuire.

Visit an abandoned gold mine, Nutcracker Rock, and a Hohokam rock art site along Cottonwood Wash. Bring plenty of water and your natural curiosity. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms and picnic tables are located.

 

 

Free with Park Fee

  • Audience: Adult, Teen, Youth
  • Genre: Field Sciences
  • Type: Field Trip/Outdoor Activity, Presentation

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Date

Nov 06 2022
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Time

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Cost

Free with Park Fee

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East Valley STEM Hub

Location

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, 85331
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/spur-cross-ranch-conservation-area/

Organizer

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
Phone
602-506-2930
Email
maricopacountyparks@maricopa.gov
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/
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