Queen Creek, Arizona

1. San Tan Mountain Regional Park

• What is San Tan Mountain Regional Park?
  • San Tan Mountain Regional Park spans more than 10,000 acres adjacent to the city of Queen Creek, showcasing the beauty of the Sonoran Desert’s peaks and expansive vistas.
• What hiking trails are available at the park?
  • The park offers several hiking trails, including the easy and scenic Moonlight Trail and the more difficult 5.1-mile San Tan Trail, which reaches high elevations in the nearby Goldmine Mountains.
• Are the trails open to different types of outdoor activities?
  • Yes, all trails are open to hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders.
• What amenities are available at the park?
  • A nature center is located at the park, offering exhibits on the park’s wildlife and tortoise habitats, along with a gift shop and opportunities to meet park rangers.

San Tan Mountain Regional Park, 6533 W Phillips Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone: 480-655-5554

2. Queen Creek Olive Mill

• What is Queen Creek Olive Mill?
  • Queen Creek Olive Mill is a family-owned olive oil production company that was founded in 1997 following the owners’ move to Arizona from Detroit.
• How many olive trees are at Queen Creek Olive Mill?
  • More than 7,000 olive trees in 16 varieties are showcased throughout the farm.
• Has Queen Creek Olive Mill received any media recognition?
  • Yes, the mill has been featured on Food Network, The Cooking Channel, and The Discovery Channel.
• Has Queen Creek Olive Mill won any awards?
  • The mill was the recipient of the Gold Award at the 2017 New York International Olive Oil Competition.
• What tours are offered at Queen Creek Olive Mill?
  • 45-minute Olive Oil 101 Tours are offered daily, teaching participants about the health benefits of olive oil cooking and allowing tastings of the company’s oils.
• Are private tours available?
  • Yes, private tours and tastings may also be booked for groups, including catered lunch and tour packages for student and corporate groups.

Queen Creek Olive Mill, 25062 S Meridian Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone: 480-888-9290

3. Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre

• What is Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre?
  • Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre is a 38-acre facility conveniently located near Phoenix International Airport and offers five arena spaces for English and Western equestrian riding and events.
• Which organizations are based at Horseshoe Park?
  • The park is the home park of a number of equestrian and rodeo organizations, including the Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association, the Arizona Cutting Horse Association, and the Queen Creek Barrel Racing Association.
• What events are hosted at Horseshoe Park?
  • A wide variety of events are hosted at the center annually, including horse shows, gymkhana competitions, bronc and bull riding events, and RV and car shows.
• Is there a public-use arena at Horseshoe Park?
  • Yes, a community arena is offered for general public use seven days a week.
• What facilities are available at Horseshoe Park?
  • The park provides restroom facilities, picnic tables, and manure bin facilities.

Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre, 20464 East Riggs Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone: 480-358-3710

4. Schnepf Farms

• What is Schnepf Farms?
  • Schnepf Farms is a fourth-generation family-owned farm that has been in operation for more than 75 years and is the largest grower of organic peaches in Arizona.
• When is the farm open for picking?
  • The farm’s peach and vegetable orchards are available for daily picking between September and early July.
• What special events are held at Schnepf Farms?
  • A wide variety of public special events are held throughout the year, including seasonal farm festivals, historical reenactments, classic car shows, and crafting fairs.
• Does Schnepf Farms offer overnight accommodations?
  • Yes, visitors can stay at the farm’s Cozy Peach hotel, which offers rooms within eight vintage airstream trailers.
• What amenities are available at the Cozy Peach hotel?
  • Each trailer offers its own private fenced-in yard and patio, along with amenities such as flat-screen televisions, microwaves, and barbecue grills.

Schnepf Farms, 24610 E Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Phone: 480-987-3100

5. Lost Goldmine Trail

• What is the Lost Goldmine Trail?
  • Lost Goldmine Trail is an 11.7-mile round-trip moderately difficult trail that traverses the southwestern edge of the Superstition Wilderness, embarking at the Hieroglyphics-Lost Goldmine Trailhead in Gold Canyon.
• What kind of vegetation can be seen on the trail?
  • The trail showcases abundant populations of cacti, including teddy bear cholla, ocotillo, palo verde, saguaro, and barrel cacti.
• What wildlife can be spotted along the Lost Goldmine Trail?
  • Hikers may spot jackrabbits, coyotes, raptors, and a variety of snake species.
• What is the elevation of the Lost Goldmine Trail?
  • The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 2,560 feet and gains 1,435 feet of elevation throughout its course.
• What terrain does the Lost Goldmine Trail pass through?
  • The trail passes through a rolling bajada within Barkley Basin.
• Are pets and other animals allowed on the trail?
  • Yes, dogs and horses are allowed on the trail.
• Can bicycles be used on the Lost Goldmine Trail?
  • Yes, both standard and mountain bikes are allowed on the trail.
• Where can I find a map of the Lost Goldmine Trail?
  • Lost Goldmine Trail Map

6. The Pork Shop

• What is The Pork Shop?
  • The Pork Shop was opened in 1979 by third-generation Arizona farmer Greg Combs. Today, the old-fashioned butcher shop sells a wide variety of meats.
• What types of meats are sold at The Pork Shop?
  • The shop offers top pork rib cuts, hickory-smoked and brown-sugar-cured hams and bacons, lunch meats, smoked sausages, hot dogs, and capicola.
• What gourmet sausage flavors are available?
  • Gourmet sausage flavors range from sweet varieties like apple cinnamon to spicy varieties such as green chile and andouille. There is also a wide selection of cheese-stuffed variants.
• Are the products handmade?
  • Yes, all products are made entirely by hand in-house.
• Does The Pork Shop offer wholesale or catering options?
  • Yes, restaurant wholesale is available, along with special pricing for event catering and regular freezer sales.
• Where is The Pork Shop located?
  • 3359 E. Combs Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85140, Phone: 480-987-0101