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Come Discover Carefree and Cave Creek

Some of the most spectacular sights of the desert await you just a short drive north of Phoenix and Scottsdale. When you feel like leaving the tall buildings and hustle and bustle behind, the places to go for some relaxing fun are the Towns of Carefree and Cave Creek. Vast stretches of the wide-open Sonoran Desert, pristine mountain vistas, giant boulder formations, a sparkling lake and towering saguaro cacti are all part of the magical landscape waiting for you here in one of Arizona’s last frontiers.

Expect the unexpected in this extraordinary desert paradise. From shopping to dining and the arts, discover all that these sister towns have to offer. Stroll around and visit our unique shops and galleries, enjoy a great meal, try a sarsaparilla at a real Western saloon or just kick back and watch the sun set. At night, the stars shine so big and bright they seem close enough to touch. Listen, and you may be lucky enough to hear a coyote serenade the moon.

Come discover Carefree and Cave Creek – you’ll be glad you did.
Shopping and Dining

The town of Cave Creek is still inhabited by the rugged spirit of the old west on which it was founded. Along its quaint main street, visitors can while away many happy hours rummaging through quirky curio parlors, upscale western shops and funky stores. From western wear to consigned designer fashions, home accessories, gourmet cookware, Native American crafts, pottery, postcards, souvenirs, fine art and furnishings, Cave Creek has an eclectic mixture of merchandise to purchase. Well-known saloons, live entertainment, authentic Southwestern food, ranch style barbeque and fine dining have established its reputation as one of the most recognized and charming western towns in the U.S.

Carefree, by comparison, could be considered the "new west". Among a growing array of diverse boutiques, stores and restaurants, the downtown Carefree area boasts several topnotch galleries and jewelry shops, displaying some of the Southwest’s finest examples of native and contemporary art and design. Fine art, wine, gourmet food along with outdoor cafes and flowering courtyards all set along pedestrian-friendly Easy Street provide a selection of dining and shopping experiences. The whimsical street names and gorgeous setting add to the ambiance. A short hop down the street brings you to El Pedregal, an enclave of high-end Arizona shops, gourmet dining, and fantastic outdoor live events.