Once a sleepy agrarian town, Queen Creek has grown by leaps and bounds since becoming incorporated in 1989. It is now the fastest-growing town in Arizona and one of the 10 fastest growing in the nation.
Located in the southeastern corner of Maricopa County, Queen Creek has managed to keep its small-town charm even as its population has grown to more than 80,000.
Along with housing developments, restaurants and retailers, Queen Creek has maintained its trail systems for walkers, joggers and equestrians. The town also has invested in building parks with water features and courts for all manner of sports.
In keeping with its agrarian past, Queen Creek is develping its agritainment sector through working farms, an olive mill and a botanical garden with destination features for tourists and residents to enjoy. The Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre continues to espand its offering to include rodeos, riding classes, vendor fairs and even monster-truck rallies.
Queen Creek provides easy access to other southeast Valley cities such as Mesa, Gilbert and Apache Junction, as well as the Old West town of Florence in nearby Pinal County.
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