Earth may resemble a blue ball of water from space, but a third of its land surface is actually made up of deserts. Venture out into one of the most fascinating of them at Cave Buttes Recreation Area.

The entry fee at Cave Buttes Recreation Area gives you plenty of value for your dollar. When you've created some great memories at this well-known desolate landscape in the large neighborhood of Desert View, why not explore other attractions in the area? Desert Ridge Marketplace, Musical Instrument Museum and Happy Valley Towne Centre are a few nearby.

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Westgate Painted Mountain Golf Resort

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Phoenix (PHX)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)

I liked the proximity to nature. There were fun things to do with family like ping pong, swimming, large contect four.

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Hotel Valley Ho

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,764 reviews)

It was so nice to be in a property that paid attention to atmosphere. Very hip every interaction that I had with the staff member was extra – ordinary they all were on their a game.

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Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

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Oct 11 - Oct 18

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Phoenix (PHX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

Upscale place to stay

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