Things To Do
Bartlett Lake
The old stomping grounds... Bartlett is the perfect lake for fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking, and of course any form of watersports! If you're wanting to rent a boat, kayak, paddleboard, etc the marina takes reservations. Bartlett Lake Marina is privately owned and has a separate parking lot for its visitors. You DO NOT need a Tonto National Forest parking pass if you are parking inside the private marina parking lot. If you are parking in the public Tonto National Forest parking lot, camping, picnicing etc you will need a Tonto pass. They are available at gas stations, grocery stores, as well as at the Lake. Here is a website with infomation if needed: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tonto/passes-permits/recreation
Hiking in Cave Creek/Carefree
Cave Creek/Carefree is home to the Sonoran Desert which (in our opinion) is the most beautiful desert in Arizona! Some great websites with hiking trail info are: https://www.cavecreekaz.gov/207/Trails https://www.alltrails.com/us/arizona/cave-creek
Horseback Riding
Cave Creek/Carefree has many ranches that offer trail riding!
Town of Cave Creek
Cave Creek is a smaller town just outside of Phoenix and has many local shops, restaurants, bars, golf courses, etc.