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1 August 2022
Tanque Verde Ranch is an old-time cattle and guest ranch in America. On 60,000 acres of Tucson’s most breathtaking desert landscape, nestled among the Rincon Mountains and adjacent to Saguaro National Park and Coronado National Forest. Established in 1868, Tanque Verde Ranch is recognized as the last luxurious outpost of the old west providing guests with comfy accommodations, unparalleled amenities, and a vast array of exciting activities, including horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, and more!
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In the shadow of a historic Arizona mountain range, adventure awaits. Visitors can enjoy this unique ecosystem along trails amid the splendor of the Sonoran Desert. In Lost Dutchman’s cabins, park visitors can play hard and rest easy in air-conditioned comfort. With their rustic, cozy cabins, you’ll bring the adventure mindset; they’ll provide peace of mind!
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The Superstition Mountains can be seen from all five cabins. A weekend or a week at the cabins is a perfect getaway. The cabins have a queen-sized bed, two bunk beds, a counter and chairs, a ceiling fan with overhead light, and electricity. No need to worry about climate control with air conditioning and heating in the cabins!
The cabins are wheelchair accessible and wheelchair friendly.
This stunning and modern architectural masterpiece sits high in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve with incredible panoramic views of Paradise Valley. White marble floors and master-crafted wooden finishes compliment the high ceilings and large windows that allow you to enjoy the spectacular view from every room in the house. Enjoy coffee on the upstairs balcony before diving into the infinity pool. Then, get ready to explore all that Arizona has to offer. On Camelback Mountain, hike the Cholla trail or ride ATVs through the Sonoran Desert. Come home in time for happy hour and mix your favorite drink at the fully-equipped bar in your home. As the sun sets, dine outside in the expansive outdoor kitchen. S’mores, anyone? You can relax by the fire or take a late-night dip in the spa. Your night has just begun at Black Rock.
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Thinking about exploring Arizona caves? You’re in luck if you’re a spelunker! Several cave systems in Arizona are well-known and accessible to the public, offering a mix of guided tours and self-exploration: Kartchner Caverns – Famous for its preserved formations and extensive guided tours, Kartchner is a must-see for any visitor. Learn More » Peppersauce Cave – A favorite for more adventurous explorers, Peppersauce allows visitors to experience a raw and natural cave environment. Learn More » Colossal Cave – Located near Tucson, this cave provides both standard and advanced tours for those seeking a challenge. Learn More » Grand
Across the deserts, grasslands, and pine forests of Arizona and New Mexico, native predators once prowled: jaguars, wolves, and even grizzly bears once claimed Arizona as their home. Today, most of these species are gone, victims of hunting, habitat loss, and human expansion. But what if human intervention could remedy this? advertisement Jaguars Conservationists have long debated reintroducing jaguars into their historic range. Unlike some extinct or extirpated species, jaguars have garnered public fascination and broad support, making their comeback more politically and socially viable. Reintroducing jaguars wouldn’t just be a symbolic victory; it could help restore complex ecological interactions
Buying your first home can be exciting and a little nerve-wracking. For many buyers in Phoenix, Tucson, and the surrounding areas, one common concern is termites. If you’re house hunting, especially for older homes or condos built decades ago, termites are something you’ll likely encounter one day. advertisement Termites Are Common, Not Catastrophic In Phoenix and Tucson, termites are almost a given for older wood-constructed homes. Local homeowners joke that there are only two kinds of houses here: those that have had termites and those that will have termites. While the word “infestation” can sound alarming, a detected termite presence
The Mexican gray wolf (Canis lupus baileyi) is one of the rarest subspecies of gray wolf in North America and a symbol of both ecological resilience and conservation success. Once nearly extinct, this small gray wolf has become the focus of one of the most closely monitored wildlife recovery efforts in the United States. advertisement A Species on the Brink By the late 1970s, only seven Mexican gray wolves remained in captivity. Their disappearance from the wild was driven by habitat loss, hunting, and predator control programs. The survival of this subspecies depended entirely on careful intervention and breeding programs.
