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| - Cave Creek is unlike any other small town that I've visited before, anywhere in the US. There is a welcoming mixture of community, art, culture, culinary, activities, and lifestyle that appeals to a diverse population.
I have been to 4C's before (Cave Creek Coffee Company), Binkley's Restaurant ( still need to write this 5 star review) and a few other eateries. Harold's Corral was my intended location yesterday, but I was off of work early at the Golden Door Spa at the Boulders in Carefree. Since Carefree was literally 5 minutes away, I wasn't about to drive home.
After placing a reservation for the Steeler's Playoff game at Harold's, I meandered over to the Gateway Desert Awareness Park. It's laid out over 26 acres of high-dessert foliage and plants. Needing to use the facilities, I was relieved to see that they were open and clean. There are a number of shade pavilions, small trails and even a larger shade pavilion for hosting groups. If you find joy in the great outdoors, this park is for you! I particularly appreciated the brief history lessons from the plaques that are posted just below the landscape views. Definitely will consider planting a mesquite tree, apparently, they create enormous amounts of nitrogen that other desert plants ( creosote, saguaro, etc.) love and require. I'll need to consult with my local garden supply experts at Baker Nursery though.
Perfect for walking, stopping, enjoying, sunning and meandering.
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