Activities

There is so much to do at Cherry Creek Lodge! Buried deep within the Tonto National Forest, guests are able to experience the full natural beauty of the Arizona highlands.

Whether you feel like strapping on a pair of jeans and cow boy boots and hoping in the saddle of on of our beautiful horses, flying around in our four wheelers or venturing out on your own for a hike, you'll take in the Arizona wilderness like never before.

Feel like experiencing rustic Arizona but don't want to leave the comfort of the lodge? You don't have to! There is plenty to do right outside our front door including fishing on Lake Sharon (watch out the fish bite like piranha!) or practicing your archery or shotgun skills.

Before booking an activity check out our package deals .

Here are some of the exciting activities to do around the lodge:
Equestrian	Archery	Sporting Clays
Cattle Drives	Hiking	Fishing

Individual Activity Costs

Horse Back Riding, Ranger/ATV/Jeep Tours*

There are additional charges for horseback riding, and an advance reservation of horses is preferable.

Guided trail ride (approximately 2 hours)	$50 per person
Half-Day trail ride	$85 per person, (4 rider minimum)
Full day trail ride (including lunch)	$150 per person, (4 rider minimum)
One half day roundups, and cattle drives	$100 per person
Full day roundups, and cattle drives	$150 per person, (4 rider minimum)
Overnight excursions (including campfire dinner)	Additional $60/ person/ "camp out" night
Western riding clinics	$50 person
Western riding & cowboy skill lessons	$30/hour/person
Ranger/ATV Tours (approximately 2 hours)	$30 per person
Pleasant Valley War & Historical Ranch Jeep Tour	$95 per person

Unguided Tours

If you are interested in unguided horse/tack rentals, we charge $30 for the first hour, and $25 per hour thereafter up to a total of $120 per day.

Stable Fees

Guests are welcome to bring their own horses – an advance reservation of a stall or room in one of the corrals is preferable. There is a stabling charge of $25 per day, (two flakes of hay included). If you do decide to bring your own horse, please be aware that many of the trails around the lodge are very rocky and may not be suitable for horses with delicate feet, some trails require crossing running water, and some trails include relatively steep slopes.

Guests are also welcome to bring their own four-wheel utility vehicles and ATVs.

Sporting Clays & Archery*

100 Target Sporting Clay	$50 per round
50 Target Sporting Clay	$30 per round
Wobble Trap (25 Targets)	$15 per round
Additional Clays	52¢ per target
Archery Course	$20 per round
Cart/Ranger Rental for Course	$10 per round
Discount Card 1000 Targets	available for members only
Discount Card 2000 Targets	available for members only
Rio Steel Shotshells (12 gauge) for use on course	$10.25 per 25 shell box

Sporting Clay and Archery Club Memberships receive substantial discounts.
Memberships are available - Click Here

Activity Packages

"Cowboy" activity package: Ranger tour, Riding Clinic, 3 Trail Rides, Half-day roundup/cattle drive	$350 per person
"Ride & Shoot" activity package: Ranger tour, Riding Clinic, 3 Trail Rides, Introductory shotgun shooting instruction, 50 target Sporting Clay round (including use of shotgun, cart and ammunition), Introductory archery instruction, 10 target archery round.	$350 per person

*A 15% service fee and applicable taxes will be added to all bills. Gratuities to the staff for excellence in service, while entirely discretionary, are welcome.

Climate Information

Average temperatures do tend to vary at the lodge over the year, giving us a very temperate climate compared to most of Arizona. The lodge receives a dusting of snow each year, but has seen up to three feet of snow before! Temperatures reach just over 100° in the summer. Please be sure to pack correctly for the season. Below is a chart from the Arizona Game & Fish Department with yearly averages.

Month	Ave. Temp	Ave. Rainfall
January	Max 65°/Min 36°	0.84"
February	Max 69°/Min 37°	0.60"
March	Max 74°/Min 43°	0.77"
August	Max 102°/Min 73°	1.20"
September	Max 99°/Min 66°	0.76"
October	Max 88°/Min 54°	0.53"
November	Max 75°/Min 43°	0.50"
December	Max 67°/Min 37°	0.90"

Source: Arizona Game & Fish Dept.

In case of emergencies, the USDA has a
Ranger station in Young, AZ which can be reached at:

Pleasant Valley Ranger Station
P.O. Box 450, Forest Rd 63, Young, AZ 85554
P: (928) 462-4300 – F: (928) 462-4346

For more information Click Here

Room Amenities

Room Amenities
The Main Lodge includes:
- Five bedrooms plus loft that sleep up to 19
- King, queen and double beds
- Crib and pullout bed are available

Bunkhouse includes:
- Three bedrooms, .that sleep up to 20
- The Bunkhouse Commons Suite (sleeps 8) includes private kitchen
- King, queen, double and twin beds
- Access to washer and dryer.

Perfect for families with lots of children and extended stays

Additional features:
Enjoy spectacular bed and breakfast cooking at the main lodge. Chef service available for other meals.
- Free WiFi
- Free Gun lockers
- Free Meeting space

To maintain the natural environment around the lodge we are
solar-powered and green friendly.

Testimonials

“The untouched natural beauty surrounding Cherry Creek Lodge is what truly makes it a jewel amidst the Arizona landscape.” - Matthew Dutile, Phoenix"

Cherry Creek Lodge is indeed a Lodge, but owners Sharon and Michael Lechter operate it more like a B&B , which means some meals -- the most delicious food you'll ever eat -- are included and guests are invited to make themselves at home. - Robert Stieve, Arizona Highways Magazine, January 2010"

“The history of the Pleasant Valley Wars was just fascinating… sitting up on Ambush Hill you really can imagine yourself back in the old west.” - Gregg Edgar, Gilbert"

“Stunning vistas in every direction delighted the eye and the soul. A true retreat.” - Lois Olson"

“Cherry Creek Lodge is a perfect setting for a corporate retreat that demands a secluded, elegant location for making important decisions and bonding.” - Dwight Olson"