Recreation

Recreation

Situated in the high Sonoran desert at 3,800 feet above sea level, Santa Cruz County has an ideal climate for pursuing a variety of outdoor sports and recreational activities year around.  From hiking the many beautiful, mountain trails to bird watching, playing golf at one of the nine excellent golf courses in the area or visiting the many historical sites, southern Arizona offers something for everyone.   Santa Cruz County’s proximity to Mexico also offers a whole host of excellent recreational opportunities.

Golf

Kino Springs Country Club and Restaurant

Esplendor Resort and Country Club

Canoa Hills Golf Course

Canoa Ranch Golf Club

Torres Blancas Golf Club

Palo Duro Creek Golf Course

San Ignacio Golf Club

Tubac Golf Resort and Spa

Rio Rico Swim and Racquet Club

Hiking/Bird Watching/Fishing/Boating

Nature Conservancy Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Nature Preserve

Patagonia Lake State Park

Pena Blanca Lake

Empire Ranch and La Cienegas National Conservation Area

Madera Canyon – Santa Rita Mountains

Parker Canyon Lake

The Arizona Trail

Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge

Coronado National Forest Trails

Mount Lemon Ski Resort

Places of Interest

Tumacacori National Historical Park

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

Mission San Xavier Del Bac

Sonoita/Elgin Wineries

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