Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View #2
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Copy of Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Copy of Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Copy of Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View #2
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Copy of Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, Arizona Drone's Eye View
Spur Cross Ranch is the newest addition to Maricopa County's Regional Park System. On January 9, 2001 documents were signed by then Governor Jane Hull for the state of Arizona, Supervisor Jan Brewer for Maricopa County and Mayor Vincent Francia for the town of Cave Creek ensuring the conservation of this 2,154 acre ranch. Spur Cross Ranch is designated a Limited use public recreation and conservation area, Tentative plans include the development of a visitor’s center, restrooms, and a trail system to selected archeological sites.
A prime example of high Sonoran Desert, Spur Cross Ranch incorporates both valley floor and spectacular rock outcroppings rising almost 4,000 feet into the mesas above.
One of the last remaining year-round spring-fed streams in Cave Creek flows through Spur Cross. Its banks are covered with plants and trees, including mesquite, cottonwoods and willows. Abundant water and plant life make this a home to many species of animals including javelina, mule deer, and coyotes. Over 80 species of birds have been observed in this habitat, per Audubon bird counts. Beyond the banks of the stream lies one of the region's densest stands of saguaro cactus. The park contains nearly 90 archaeological sites used by the Hohokam Indians between 700 - 1200 A.D. Hohokam petroglyphs dot the area. Both the Hopi and the Fort McDowell Mohave-Apache Indian communities have identified Spur Cross Ranch as a sacred place.
Spur Cross Stables - Best Horseback Riding - Arizona 2016
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Jewel of the Creek - A great hike in Cave Creek, Arizona
Located near Scottsdale, Carefree and Phoenix, the Jewel of the Creek preserve in Cave Creek, Arizona is a beautiful hike that you can adjust to the level of difficulty you are comfortable with.
If you are on Cave Creek Rd., you will have to go North on Spur Cross Rd. and drive until it ends. When you walk pass the parking lot, there is a station where you will have to pay $3 fee per person (I believe it's free for children). There, you should get a map with all the trails and choose the one you will be the most comfortable with. There are many different paths and you can choose the length of time and level of difficulty.
Make sure to wear comfortable tennis or hiking shoes. Bring enough water - it is very easy to get dehydrated in Arizona as we have very dry climate. Keep the map handy and do not wonder into the desert - be wary of snakes, scorpions, jumping chollas and everything in between.
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Cave Creek Urban MTB - Spur Cross - 2013
Checking out the trail that runs along Spur Cross Road in Cave Creek, AZ. Decent trail, maybe 2-3 miles long from where I started it. If you're ever in the area though, head over to the Cave Creek Regional Park; that what I did. Great trails, great scenery and really well signed too. Watch in HD.
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A drive through Cave Creek, Arizona
Spur Cross Trail, Arizona!
A day Hike at Spur Cross Trail, in Cave Creek Arizona, on January 28th 2011!
McDowell Mountains, Cave Creek Arizona - Trail Ride
Sunset trail ride at Spur Cross Ranch in the Sonoran Desert in Arizona. The beautiful scenery of the McDowell Mountain range with wildflowers in bloom.
MONSOON Cave Creek in Full Flood
CAVE CREEK, Arizona: August 19th-22nd, 2014. A major storm and the monsoon rains turn a quiet dry creek into a raging river, washing trees, vegetation and debris from the Tonto National Forest with it - an aerial view and on the ground footage of the Creek in action - before, during and after.
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Hiking Limestone Trail #252, Spur Cross, AZ
Limestone Trail #252, between Cave Creek and Elephant Mountain was the highlight of a loop that also included Metate Trail, the Solar Oasis, Towhee Trail, FR 48, Elephant Mountain Trail, Tortuga Trail and -- deep breath! -- Spur Cross Trail. The loop lies partly Maricopa County's Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area, partly in the Tonto National Forest. Limestone Spring box was full of water and bees; Page Spring box was a sandbox. Lots of flowers and great views of Sugarloaf Mountain. Blog, links & music:
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Hiking from Spur Cross to Cottonwood Spring, AZ
Hiking from the Spur Cross trailhead, four miles north of Cave Creek (the city), on FR 48 along Cave Creek (the dry river), then east on Cottonwood Trail #247 to Cottonwood Spring. I took Trail #247A out of the spring, but the trail soon disappeared, and I had to start bushwhacking. Found some crested saguaros though! Great views of Elephant Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain, New River Mesa, Skull Mesa and Continental Mountain. If you hike to Cottonwood Spring, I recommend heading back on Cottonwood Trail #247. Blog, Links & Music:
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With wonderful weather and wonderful scenery, Cave Creek is a great place to live and visit. Cave Creek also offers luxurious homes for any type.
Arrested!!!
This is an update on the man who feeds the steer on top of the horse trailer...Which in my opinion is reckless endangerment to the steer as there are NO side rails to prevent the steer from falling off!
Well-known Cave Creek resident TC Thorstenson arrested on a number of charges
A well-known resident and business owner in Cave Creek has been arrested for investigation of driving under the influence and assaulting a woman he met at the bar he owns.
TC Thorstenson, faces three counts of DUI, including extreme DUI, with a blood-alcohol count of .15-.20, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.
He also faces one count of indecent exposure and one count of assault, touched to injure, Sheriff's officials said.
His arraignment hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m., Monday, March 24, at the Maricopa County Desert Ridge Justice Court in north Phoenix.
According to a court document, just before midnight on March 8, sheriff's dispatch received a call from a woman alleging
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Thorstenson attempted to remove her clothes and expose himself to her at a home in Cave Creek.
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Earlier in the night, the woman and a friend had visited Hogs and Horses, a bar in Cave Creek where she was introduced to Thorstenson, who owns the bar and offered her free drinks, according to a court document.
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After losing track of her friend and not knowing anybody in the bar and repeated offers from Thorstenson to take her back to his house, the report states that, she didn't know anyone in the bar and thought it was probably safe to go with Thorstenson. She told sheriff's officers that once there, he forced himself on her, causing her to run out of the house and call 911.
The woman positively identified Thorstenson as the suspect and told investigators that she never consented to sexual activity, according to the court document.
Shortly after the reported incident, another deputy had pulled over the pick-up truck driven by Thorstenson.
A deputy followed him out of the neighborhood. After pulling off Spur Cross Road and onto Cave Creek Road and eventually pulling into the parking lot of Hogs and Horses down the street, a deputy pulled him over, reporting that Thorstenson immediately stepped out of the truck visibly drunk, according to the court document.
Two crumpled cans of beer with a small amount of beer were found in his truck passenger compartment.
He was arrested on suspicion of DUI, the document says.
Mountain biking Maricopa trail, Cave creek, AZ
Got the prime locals tour of the Maricopa trail from Kaolin Cummens and Dax Massey. Supper fun trail lots of up and down a bit primitive in places but I like that. Along with all the various cacti that are out to get you in this neck of the woods I was also introduced to cat claw, it happened to be overgrown on this day from rain and it had us all bloody by the end of the ride.
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