Crystal Gardens is an unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Arizona. It is located in the Verde Valley, approximately 10 miles south of Cottonwood and 25 miles south of Sedona. The community is in a mountainous area at an elevation of 4,809 feet, and is surrounded by the Coconino and Tonto National Forests.

The Crystal Gardens community is home to a variety of outdoor activities including camping, fishing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. It is also close to several popular attractions, including the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

The closest town to Crystal Gardens is Cottonwood, which is home to a variety of restaurants, shops, and other amenities. The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, located about 2 hours away.

The climate in Crystal Gardens is generally mild and pleasant, with warm summers and mild winters. The community receives an average of 10 inches of rain per year, and temperatures range from the mid-30s in the winter to the mid-90s in the summer.

The community of Crystal Gardens is a small, rural area with a population of about 500 people. It is a tight-knit community where people look out for one another, and there are several local events, such as a Fourth of July parade, that bring the community together.