Whenever I have a chance to visit Arizona, this area is one of my favorite places to visit. Cave…read moreCreek - Carefree is a beautiful area for shopping , dining and exploring. While at the Stagecoach Village, I came across an art fair and found an amazing piece of art formed from copper. I'd I can find his info, I will repost here.

While the shops in Stagecoach Village were closed during my visit, I used the plaza for my walk…read moretoday. The plaza is open 24/7. It was peaceful. I could also use the time to see if any new businesses joined the plaza. There are slight inclines and stairs to use. Shared parking lot and WiFi in some of the businesses.

This was a spur of the moment drive up to Cave Creek on a cloudy day. In all the years living in…read moregreater Phoenix I'd only been up that way a couple times, so it was a nice surprise. The Town is small but has many craft shops, featuring native jewelry, knives, katchina dolls and so much more: I bought myself a beautiful folded steel knife with wood handle and a leather belt sheaf, it has great balance besides being a work of art. We strolled around in the light rain, went to look at the rustic wedding chapel - closed, so couldn't see i side - took the photo coming out of the salloon, and the headed over to Hansen's BBQ for a cold one. We got our drinks and sat at one of the high tops sipping our drinks and looking forward to some live music. Cody Gibson had been up on stage for a while when I went to ask him for a fave tune: the Streets of Laredo. He listened to it and then played it for me ! All was going so well then a sudden "Craaack" and a splitting sound: the transformer down the road died, so the Town and restaurants closed... We couldn't stay to eat so can't comment on value or taste. Thank you Cody for your lovely music, and Frontier Town for showcasing your art and charm. We'll be back to taste your food !

Frontier Town will keep you busy for a bit. It has mostly souvenir shops, dress stores, candles,…read morelotions, BBQ and hot sauces, bakery and a large outdoor restaurant. Shared parking lot.

A very nice setting for art galleries, businesses and restaurants. There is outdoor seating in the…read morebeautiful patio. You'll enjoy sitting amongst rock carvings and the well kept area. Free street parking.

From the owner: Historic Spanish Village is a unique arts & shopping & services village within the relaxed and…read morequaint town of Carefree, a perfect place to grab a delicious meal, browse top galleries and access salon services or enjoy a special occasion with family and friends.

A small Cave Creek plaza. A cafe and a restaurant are in the inside plaza. On the outside is a…read morerustic furniture store. Dirt parking lot available.

Prickly Pear Plaza has a small amount of businesses. On the premises, you will find a restaurant,…read moreice cream store, beauty salon, and spa, hotel and gift store. All parking is in the back where they have their own lot.

I started the New Year with a walkabout at El Pedregal. There are stairs so I could include s few…read moreflights into my workout. The area is kept clean despite the fact there are only a few businesses left in the plaza. The waterfall is nice. The pond had a koi or two. Great views of the Boulders. Parking in the front and back of the plaza.

Went to Boulders Resort. Spent the night and went to El Pedregal to see Estaban in concert. Did not…read moreeat there

Carefree Marketplace is a small plaza housing a main grocer store along with assorted businesses…read moreand one restaurant. It is convenient to our home. Shared parking lot.

The Plaza at Black Mountain is a small plaza with a few businesses and one restaurant. There is a…read morenew storefront that has joined the plaza. Plenty of free parking.

Carefree Plaza is small and houses a few businesses, one art gallery and a restaurant. It is…read morefairly busy because the Foothills Caring Corps is located here. They receive many visitors who donate or are looking for senior services. Shared parking lot.