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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Hike

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    The Hunter’s Moon hangs high in the sky. Let’s see what we can find in the park as the cooler evening temps slip back in! As the month winds down,...

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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Walk

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    Learn about the Sonoran Desert in this special area that showcases not only the “greatest hits” of a desert habitat but also life that is unique to a riparian environment....

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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge Kickoff Hike

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

     It’s time again for the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation annual 100-mile trail challenge! November 1 is the official start date so take the first steps to your goal on a guided hike with Ranger Derik. The route is 5 miles on sections of Spur Cross, Metate, Tortuga, Boca Grande, Dragonfly Trails. Join us to...

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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Spur Cross – Seed Toss Event

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! Desert Defenders – Seed Toss Events It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! We will fling native seed pellets created early this year into the desert of Maricopa County’s regional parks. The initiative to spread native seeds is a proactive step towards...

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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Fitness Hike

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    Up for a challenging Sunday morning hike? Looking to get out on the trail, but don’t want to hike alone? This is a tough 6.5-mile hike on the Spur Cross, Tortuga and Elephant Mountain trails. The Elephant Mountain trail has a rating of extremely difficult, so expect lots of loose rock, uneven terrain and a...

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  • Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Fitness Hike

    Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation annual 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge is underway! The challenge runs through February 8, and this guided hike is a fantastic opportunity to accumulate miles towards your 100-mile goal.   Join Ranger Jacque for a strenuous 6.2-mile fitness hike through the beautiful and rugged scenery of Spur Cross. We...

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