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Rediscover Nogales with this handy booklet that provides detailed information about a variety of points of interest in and around Nogales, Arizona.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome …………..……………………………………..1 Nogales History …………………………………………2 Spectacular Weather..……………………………………..4 Travel & Transportation…………………………….……5 Traveling to Mexico ………………………………….….6 Festivals and Events ……………………………………..8 Travel Itineraries…..…………………………………….10 Things to Do ………………………………………… ..12 Self Guided Tours …………………………………...12 Nogales, Arizona .....…………………………………13 Nogales, Sonora ……………………………………..17 Golf Courses..………………………………………..21 Downtown Ambos Nogales Map …………………....22 Parks and Lakes.……………………………………..24 Santa Cruz County …………………………………..28 Register of Historic Places …………………………..30 Shopping & Entertainment…………………………..31 Ghost Towns …………………………………………..32 Trails………...…………………………………………..34 Film Locations ………………………………………….36 Anza Trail ………………………………………………38 Frequently Asked Questions…………………………….40 Wining & Dining ……………………………………….42 Accommodations….…………………………………….44 Helpful Resources ……………………………………...45 CITY OF NOGALES OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE Published by the City of Nogales, December 2014 777 North Grand Avenue Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-6571 [email protected] www.nogalesaz.gov/Rediscover Every effort is made to make the content of this publication as accurate as possible. All information was current at the time of printing. If information is inaccurate, please send an email to [email protected] with details. Special thanks to the City of Nogales Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Board members, specifically Linda Rushton, Mary Darling, Christine

Courtland, Nils Urman, Roberto Guevara and staff Aaron White. Thanks also to community partici-pants that graciously provided photos or expertise for this publication, including Frank Cripe, Patti Todd, Heather Dodge, Dale Peterson, Manny Coppola, Vladimir Guerrero, Noel Weatherbie, the City of Nogales, Sonora, the Pimeria Alta Historical Society, Santa Cruz Nature and Heritage Festival, Nogales Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce, Nogales Santa Cruz County Tourism Partnerships, Arizona Office of Tourism, Tumacacori Mission, and many others. Ultimately special thanks to the Mayor and City Council and the hardworking people of the City of Nogales for funding this special project.

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WELCOME

WELCOME TO NOGALES

YOU’RE AMONG FRIENDS!

Ambos Nogales is one of the most unique cities in North America, where cultural, linguistic, social, and familial ties have crossed international borders for generations. Today Ambos Nogales is one community separated by a fence, and it is a thriving, invigorating community that invites you to rediscover all its unique offerings that await. Rediscovering Nogales means enjoying all the favorites this distinctive border community offers, like rich culture, authentic food, exciting "Old Mexico," historical landmarks, unique ar-chitecture, and spectacular weather. Rediscovering Nogales also includes thrilling getaways to museums, border shops, sporting events, festivals, and more. Just an hour drive south of Tucson, Nogales is your base for days of challenging outdoor adventures like fishing, boating, hunting, hiking, and biking. Birding in desert wetlands, golfing, wine tasting, stargazing, ghost towns, state parks, the Anza and Arizona Trails, and stunning high desert sunsets complete a Nogales Rediscovery. Nogales is a place where American Indian, Hispanic, and An-glo cultures add flavor and history to a city that maintains its small town charm and Old West ranching traditions. Unique finds include a vibrant downtown, artisanal pottery and cop-perware, and Paul Bond boots. Bienvenidos a Nogales!

Downtown Ambos Nogales 1

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NOGALES HISTORY

A crossroads community for a thou-sand years wants you to experience its unique shopping, historical, and cultural adventures. The name Nogales comes from the Spanish word "walnut" and walnut trees once grew abundantly in the mountain pass between the city of Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Mexico. Thousands of years ago, before Euro-pean explorers ever dreamed of sailing across the Atlantic, Nogales was part of a migratory path and trade route much later called El Camino Real (The King's Highway). Much later, regiments of armor-clad Conquistadors forayed north along this very valley in quest of precious metals and gems. Today mis-sions built by the Spanish colonials still gracefully dot the valley's landscape. Beginning in Nogales you will encoun-ter and even explore the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail. Today you can either walk the trail, experience it through a horseback ride, or follow the trail by vehicle and encounter historical build-ings left behind. You can also find an illustration of this trail by visiting the Historic 1904 Courthouse downtown. As you travel south along Interstate 19, you'll notice the valley narrows. At the narrowest point is Nogales. In the 1800s, ranchers in the area were be-sieged by Apaches raiding herds of well-fed cattle. One of our local ranchers, Pete Kitchen, used to say, "Tucson, Tubac, Tumacacori, to hell," when returning to Nogales from a cattle drive from Tucson. Today, you'll find No-gales a far more hospitable place! Life on the border would not be com-plete without the influence of Pancho Villa, whose army occupied Nogales, Mexico in 1914 during the Mexican Revolution. The U.S. military's garrison in Nogales swelled to over 10,000 sol-diers of the highly decorated 25th Regi-ment mostly detached from Washing-ton, D.C. The military buildup and

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Morley Ave 1890’s

Villa de Paris 1901

Militaries guard border during Mexican Revolution 1914

Generals Obregon, Villa, Pershing 1914

City Hall Construction 1914

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NOGALES HISTORY

related business growth attracted many businesses to Nogales, some of which remain today downtown. Eventually a new sense of law and order was established by the sheriff, Tom Turner, along with a brand new courthouse. It still stands in all its Neo-Classic splendor on a hill off Main Street. We call it the 1904 Courthouse. It cost $35,000 to build and was made of stone quarried in Nogales. You must also see the Old City Hall; it was built in 1914. It was used as the Office of the Mayor, the Sheriff's office with two holding cells, and the Fire Department. Now it houses the Pimeria Alta Historical Society and has fascinating displays of how things used to be and houses many of our historical treasures. The U.S. Custom House at Nogales located on N. Terrace Ave. was funded by the Public Works Admini-stration in 1934 and constructed in 1935 by Louis A. Simon in the Span-ish Eclectic style. The imposing U.S. Custom House is a reminder of the importance of Nogales as a primary port of entry from Mexico along the Arizona border. Architectural buffs will have a heyday in Nogales. Of course, there's the predominant Sonoran Style, but we also have fine examples of Queen Anne Cottage, Second Empire, Span-ish Colonial, Pueblo Revival, Mediter-ranean Style, and Bungalow Style all within the downtown area. You'll want to bring your walking shoes. Take a stroll along historic Morley Avenue. Many of the stores, like Kory Mercantile & Co., Brackers Depart-ment Store, established in the early 1900s are run by descendents of pio-neer merchants, and are still thriving today.

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Camp Little circa 1915

Military Review 1917

Morley Avenue 1920’s

International St West 1934

International Border 1893

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SPECTACULAR WEATHER

Located at an elevation approaching 4,000 feet and an aver-age annual temperature of 61 degrees, Nogales has ideal year-round weather that is always an escape from the heat in Tucson, Phoenix, and Hermosillo. Dry mild winters give way to warm, monsoon soaked summers. Layers with a medium jacket in the winter and fun, breezy clothes in the summer should be just right. Nights can get chilly year-round in the open desert and surrounding mountain areas, while falling below zero in the winters. Snow is rare.

High Low Precipitation

F C F C In Cm

January 64 18 27 -3 1 3

February 67 19 30 -1 1.09 2.77

March 71 22 34 1 1.00 2.54

April 78 26 38 3 0.49 1.24

May 86 30 45 7 0.32 0.81

June 96 36 54 12 0.54 1.37

July 94 34 64 18 4.27 10.85

August 92 33 63 17 4.24 10.77

September 90 32 56 13 1.68 4.27

October 82 28 44 7 1.84 4.67

November 72 22 33 0 0.78 1.99

December 65 18 28 -2 1.47 3.73

Nogales Quick Facts Population Nogales, AZ 20,751 Nogales, Son 400,000 estimated Patagonia, AZ 905 Sonoita, AZ 797 Tubac, AZ 1,191 Santa Cruz County 47,303 2013 border crossings 9.7 million

Elevation Nogales, AZ 3,832 Nogales, Son 3,934 Patagonia, AZ 4,055 Sonoita, AZ 4,885 Tubac, AZ 3,209

Major Business Sectors Fresh Produce, Government, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail, Tourism

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TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION

GETTING TO NOGALES

Gateway to Mexico on Interstate 19

DISTANCE FROM NOGALES TO:

City/Attraction Miles KM

Bisbee, Arizona ………………………………….86 …….189 Elgin, Arizona …………………………………...40 ………64 Grand Canyon …………………………………..402 …….884 Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico ……………………..287…..…631 Imuris, Sonora, Mexico ………………………….46 ....…….74 Kino Bay Beach, Sonora, Mexico ………………..243 …….535 Magdalena, Sonora, Mexico ……………………...61 ………98 Patagonia, Arizona ………………………………19 …….....41 Patagonia Lake State Park ……………………….16 …….....35 Pena Blanca Lake Recreational Area …………….19 …..…..42 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport ..…….179 …….394 San Carlos Beach, Sonora, Mexico ..…………….264 …….581 Santa Ana, Sonora, Mexico ……………………...73 ……...117 Sierra Vista, Arizona …………………………….63 ……...139 Sonoita, Arizona ………………………………..31 ……....69 Tombstone, Arizona …………………………….69 ……...139 Tubac, Arizona …………………………………23 ...…….51 Tucson International Airport …………………...69 ……...152 Tumacacori National Historic Park …………..….20 ...….....43

Rental Car Companies Enterprise Car Rental 520-281-0425; 871 W Mariposa Road, Nogales

Hertz Rent A Car 520-287-2012; 1012 N Grand Avenue, Nogales

Airports Nogales International Airport 520-287-9120; 11 Airport Way, Nogales

Tucson International Airport 520-573-8100; 7250 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85756

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 602-273-3300; 3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Taxi Cab Companies Rio Rico Cab 520-281-7777 Hernandez Taxi 520-287-7347 Acosta Taxi Service 520-287-2967 8 A’s Taxi Service 520-287-2426 Ibarra Taxi 520-223-0158

5 Morley Ave 1933

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TRAVEL TO MEXICO

Dennis DeConcini Port of Entry

Located at the beginning of Interstate 19 and Grand Avenue, the Deconcini port of entry processes both vehicular and pe-destrian border crossers. This building is also home to offices for the Nogales Section of US Customs and Border Protec-tion. A number of parking lots are immediately adjacent to the port of entry to facilitate your pedestrian crossing between the United States and Mexico. This port is open 24/7 and sup-ports SENTRI and FAST programs.

Morley Port of Entry

Located at the intersection of Calle Elias and Morley Avenue, this is the historic Main Street Port of Entry. Today it is the only exclusively pedestrian port of entry in the nation, serving the stores and restaurants located on both sides of the border. This port is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm.

Mariposa Port of Entry

Dedicated in 2014, the $220 million expansion of the Mari-posa port of entry made this 4th busiest land port in the southwest the most efficient and state-of-the-art in the nation. Cars, buses, pedestrians, and trucks are all inspected here. Trade through Mariposa funnels an estimated $26 billion of economic activity between both countries. This port is open daily 6 am to 10 pm.

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TRAVEL TO MEXICO

Traveling to Mexico Tips Crossing into Mexico is as simple as passing through the turnstile. Before you leave the U.S., make sure you have the proper documentation to facilitate an easy crossing back to the United States..

U.S. citizens should bring one of the following documents:

U.S. passport - This is the internationally recognized travel document that verifies a person's identity and nationality, accepted for travel by air, land and sea.

U.S. passport card - This new, limited-use travel document fits into your wallet and costs less than a passport, but is only valid for travel by land and sea.

Enhanced drivers license - Some states and Canadian prov-inces are issuing special drivers licenses that denote both identity and citizenship specifically for cross-border travel by land or sea. Visit cbp.gov for more information.

Trusted traveler program cards - Enroll-ment cards from the NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST programs are issued to ap-proved, low-risk travelers for travel by land or sea or to airports with a NEXUS kiosk. Supported at DeConcini port of entry in downtown Nogales.

Citizens of Canada and other countries should bring passports from their country of origin plus a visa if one was required for your original entry into the United States.

For Mexico travel information, navigate your web browser to visitarizona.com/Arizona-travel-info/travel-to-mexico.

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ANNUAL/SEASONAL EVENTS

JANUARY Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts (carnuts.org) Annual Collector Car Show in Tubac

Patagonia First Day Hike New Year’s Day guided hike at Patagonia Lake

FEBRUARY Tubac Festival of the Arts (tubacaz.com) Longest running outdoor arts festival in AZ

MARCH Nogales Bicycle Classic (nogalesbicycleclassic.com) Bike competition for all ages and skills

Tubac Spring Art Walk (tubacaz.com)

Explore local working artist studios and galleries

APRIL Nature & Heritage Festival (santacruznatureheritage.org) Tour and learn area’s history, nature & culture

Charles Mingus Music Festival (mingusproject.com)

Jazz musician Mingus’ hometown festival

Wine Growers Festival (sonoitawineguild.com)

Wine releases & parties at Kief-Joshua Vineyard

Patagonia Earthfest (patagoniaaz.com)

Celebrate earth’s beauty and bounty

Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards (sonoitavineyards.com)

Tastings & pairings to celebrate summer season

Taste of Tubac (tubacaz.com)

Enjoy savory cuisine from local restaurants

MAY 100th Sonoita Horse Races (sonoitahorseshows.com)

Thoroughbred & Quarter Horse racing

Sonoita Quarter Horse Show (sonoitafairgrounds.com)

Longest running quarter horse show in world

Bacchanal Festival (azhopsandvines.com)

AZ Hopes and Vines celebrates beer & wine

Fiestas de Mayo (nogalesaz.gov) Cinco de Mayo party in Downtown Nogales

Patagonia Lake Mariachi Fest (azstateparks.com)

Southern AZ mariachi bands serenade next to the lake

JULY Nogales Salute to Independence (nogalesaz.gov) Parade, music, food, fireworks at Fleischer Park

Patagonia July 4th Celebration (patagoniaaz.gov) Parade, food, fun, fireworks and more in Patagonia Tubac Old Fashioned July 4th (tubacaz.com)

Games, food, and fireworks in Tubac Little League Int. West Regional (llbws.org) Western US Intermediate Little League teams compete for a shot at the World Series

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

AUGUST Santa Cruz County Fair (sonoitafairgrounds.com)

Celebrate everything good & fun about Santa Cruz County Magdalena Bash (kj-vineyards.com)

Wine releases, grape bashing, music and fun 100th Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo (sonoitafairgrounds.com)

100th anniversary of the “Best Little Rodeo in Arizona” Harvestfest (sonoitavineyards.com)

Kick off harvest season grape stomping, tours, tasting

SEPTEMBER City of Nogales Commemorative Events: (nogalesaz.gov) Night Out, 9/11 Ceremony, POW/MIA Day Fiestas Patrias (consulmex.sre.gob.mx/nogales)

Cultural festival of Mexico’s Independence Great Crush Festival (sonoitawineguild.com)

Big league wine & beer fest, music, grape-crushing

OCTOBER Patagonia Fall Festival (patagoniaaz.com)

One of finest, best attended art festivals in Arizona Anza Days Celebration (tubacaz.com) Commemorate Anza’s period 1775 expedition Santa Cruz Int’l Film Festival (santacruzfilm-fest.org)

Participate in rich history of filmmaking in the area Earth Harmony Festival (earthharmonyfestival.org)

Celebrate eco-living & sustainability in Tumacacori

NOVEMBER City of Nogales Events (nogalesaz.gov) Veteran’s Day Parade in downtown Nogales Graveyard Tour (pimeriaaltamuseum.com) Pimeria Alta Historical Society guides & spooks Tubac Fall Arts & Crafts Festival (tubacaz.com) Start your holiday shopping season in Tubac Patagonia Holiday Walking Tour (patagoniaaz.com)

Santa Claus & holiday shopping in Patagonia Tubac Southwest Fiber Arts Festival (tubacpp.com)

Premier fiber artists and purveyors, classes, demos St. Martins New Release (sonoitavineyards.com)

Relaxed festival to taste newly released wine

DECEMBER Festival of Lights Parade (nogalesaz.gov) Christmas lights parade in Downtown Nogales La Fiesta de Tumacacori (nps.gov/tuma)

Traditional creations of local cultures

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TRAVEL ITINERARIES

Explore Downtown Ambos Nogales

Rediscover downtown Ambos Nogales by visiting all 30 places on the City of Nogales’ rediscovery map found on page 22. Beginning at DeConcini Port of Entry, head north on Morley Avenue then back south on Grand Avenue. Cross into Mexico and explore Avenida Obre-gon, Avenida Lopez Mateos, and take the pedestrian bridge to Calle Elias. For the even more adventurous, complete the RED, BLUE, and GOLD self guided tours on pg 12.

Border Shop Till You Drop

Go on a shopping spree in downtown Ambos Nogales and throughout Santa Cruz County. Explore the excit-ing stores found along Morley and Grand Avenues, then cross the border for curio shopping along Avenida Obregon in Nogales, Sonora, and further south is the Nogales Mall. Cross back across the border for shop-ping at modern stores on Mariposa Road, head out to Patagonia and Tubac to purchase art. See pgs 28 and 31.

International Wine and Dine

Spend a day or a long weekend enjoying the wining and dining found throughout the region. Let your taste buds delight at classic American cuisine, authentic Mexi-can restaurants, fine Italian dining, food carts, and more on both sides of the border. Head out to Sonoita and Elgin to wine taste at any of the dozen wineries in the area that will make you want to come back! See pg 42.

Anza Trail Historical Tour

Start your expedition of the Historic Anza Trail from Nogales to the San Francisco Bay area. Begin at the 1904 Courthouse in downtown, stop at Las Lagunas on Country Club Drive, continue north through Rio Rico to the Tumacacori National Historical Park, and finally end up at the Tubac Presidio State Historical Park. The entire drive with stops can be done in a few hours, or spend an entire day biking or hiking the trail. See pg 38.

Filmmaking in Santa Cruz County

Oklahoma, Tin Cup, McLintock, Hangover III, and over 120 other movies have been filmed at least in part in Santa Cruz County. Explore each of the movies in the locations they were actually shot throughout the region. Gain a new appreciation of why movie stars like John Wayne, Stewart Granger and Jean Simmons called this area home. See pg 36.

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TRAVEL ITINERARIES

The Great Outdoors Adventure

Outdoor enthusiasts will have a great time in Nogales and Santa Cruz County with its parks to explore, lakes to boat and fish on, trails to hike and bike, and rugged mountain regions to hunt. Patagonia State Park, Pena Blanca Lake, the Arizona Trail, Santa Rita Mountains, Pajarito Wilderness, Patagonia Mountains, San Rafael Valley, and more are calling! See pgs 24 and 34.

Birding and Wildlife Watching

The Nogales region has long been known for its bird-ing and wildlife watching. Start at the Las Lagunas marshland in Nogales, then head east to the Sonoita Creek State Natural Area with its year round springs and creeks to catch a glimpse of rare birds and a bevy of hummingbirds. Head south to the San Rafael Val-ley, recognized as an area with the most diverse mam-mal life in North America. Finally head west to Syca-more Canyon and north to Madera Canyon to catch a sight of the Trogon. See pg 24.

Cruise the Parks of the Santa Cruz

The Nogales area has national, state, and local parks galore for those who like to take picnics under large shade trees and escape the desert heat in Tucson and Phoenix. Begin at the Tubac Presidio, then follow the Santa Cruz south to Tumacacori, Damon Park in Rio Rico, Pena Blanca Lake, Nogales City Hall, Patagonia Lake, Sonoita Creek, and finally the San Rafael Valley! See pg 26.

Wild West Ghost Towns

A treasure hunt awaits for the more adventurous types of people who want to go back to the wild west and mining days of Southern Arizona. With more than a dozen ghost towns throughout Santa Cruz County, the rugged terrain and adventures will keep you busy for days on end. Ghost towns on private property should be respected, and those on public lands are accessible. See pg 32.

Unique Architecture Tour

Architecture buffs will have a heyday in Nogales. Fol-low the RED, BLUE, and GOLD self guided tours to explore the Sonoran, Queen Anne Cottage, Second Empire, Spanish Colonial, Pueblo Revival, Mediterra-nean, and Bungalow styles all found in the downtown Ambos Nogales area. See pgs 12 and 30.

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THINGS TO DO—Self Guided Tours

Nogales BLUE Tour nogalesusa.com/visitDowntown.html

Begin the Blue Tour at the Pimeria Alta Museum-the Old Town Hall. In 1914, the Nogales Volunteer Fire Department pitched in and built the Old Town Hall on Grand Avenue, which is now home to many historic treasures. It was designed by the renowned Tucson architect Henry O. Jaastad. The rest of the tour takes you through the commercial center of early Nogales on Morley and Grand Avenues and Park Street.

Nogales RED Tour nogalesusa.com/visitDowntown.html

This is a walk for the aerobically inclined and well worth the effort. Begin the 1.2-mile Red Tour at El Charrito, the original store of Maestro Ochoa at the intersection of Elm Street and Terrace Avenue. If you look closely, you can see the El Charrito's sign through the years and coats of paint. It was from this store that Maestro loaded his cart with candy and ice cream and peddled it to the local schools. The red tour then explores the areas between Crawford and Elm Streets, including Terrace Avenue, Sonoita Avenue, and West Street.

Nogales GOLD Tour nogalesusa.com/visitDowntown.html

The Gold Tour is designed to identify areas that otherwise might not be viewed because of the locations, including the homes and Marcus Park on Court Street, on the hill above the 1904 Courthouse. The tour continues to the Old Nogales High School on Arroyo Boulevard and other stops on Sierra Avenue, Ellis Street, and the Old Mexican Consulate on North Grand Avenue.

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Hilltop Art Gallery hilltopgallery.org

This quaint art gallery has 3 display rooms and highlights the work of local and regional artists. Local curators regularly rotate art displays at the museum, so there is always something new and exciting to see. The Hilltop Gallery is also host to summer youth art classes, and the children’s art is on dis-play each August. The view from the “Hill Top” is amazing as it looks upon downtown Ambos Nogales and is a terrific place to take pictures of the binational border region.

Nogales Visitor Center thenogaleschamber.com

Open Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm, this beautiful building located in Kino Park is packed full of valuable information for tourists to the area. Besides having knowl-edgeable staff and a bevy of brochures, coupons for local merchants are also avail-able to accommodate your stay in Nogales. The Visitor Center is also the Chamber of Commerce, bringing the entire business community together for the past several decades. Relocation packets are available here. The Kino Park area hosts a beautiful statue of Father Kino, the original Jesuit Priest who explored the area. His statue has a commanding view of the Santa Rita moun-tain range.

Pimeria Alta Museum pimeriaaltamuseum.com

Located in the Historic 1914 City Hall, this museum allows visitors to explore the his-tory of the “Pimeria Alta,” the name used to describe the Santa Cruz Valley area histori-cally. Peruse historic pictures of Ambos Nogales when the railroad first met at the border, marvel at the old fire truck that once kept Nogales safe, and get locked up in the old holding cells. This museum tells the whole story of the American Mexican bor-der development in Arizona. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11 am to 4 pm.

THINGS TO DO—Nogales, Arizona

730 N Hilltop Dr, Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-5515

123 W Kino Park Pl Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-3685

136 N Grand Ave Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-4621

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THINGS TO DO—Nogales, Arizona

Historic 1904 Courthouse azrangers.us/museum

Built for a whopping $35,000 in 1904, this architectural masterpiece houses a gor-geous period courtroom and rotunda foyer with an adventurous stairway. The dome dominates the region, and the neo-classical style columns command respect from the entire surrounding area. Uniquely, the “Lady Justice” on top of the dome is not blindfolded. The building was used actively for the offices of Santa Cruz County until the 1980’s. Today it is home to the Arizona Rangers Museum and the Cowbelles Museum, open Satur-days from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Historic Morley Avenue

Morley Avenue remains the heart and soul of downtown Nogales, boasting a wide variety of stores from international merchants telling the unique story of the American Dream lived to fruition on the border. Classic boutique department stores are contrasted with affordable wares stores. Shoppers can also find a variety of items ranging from wedding dresses, car stereos, shoes, clothing, and everything in between. Enjoy the cultural melting pot of merchants from the Mid-dle East, Latin America, Asia, Israel, the United States, and beyond.

Nogales/Santa Cruz County Public Library nogalesaz.gov

The Nogales City Library is an architec-tural gem just north of downtown No-gales. Designed by Arizona's renowned architect Bennie Gonzales, it was his first commissioned work as an architect, and received an award from the American Institute of Architects. The small park in front of the library plays to a child's imagination with an oversized book and a fun dinosaur monument. Library branches can be found in Sonoita, Tubac, and Rio Rico.

518 N Grand Ave Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-3343

21 E Court Street Nogales, AZ 85621 azrangers.us/museum

Located in downtown Nogales at Morley Ave and Park St

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Empire Ranch near Sonoita

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Nogales City Cemetery

The Nogales Cemetery is a cross border cultural mixing pot, with the largest sec-tion dedicated to the majority population of the area from Mexican roots. That section of the cemetery is full of families’ loving tributes to their ancestors. The cemetery is portioned into other smaller sections dedicated to the local Jewish community who has had a significant presence in the region since Nogales’ founding. The Masons’ cemetery is the more traditional Anglo American burial style with its conservative headstones. Other groups who have helped make Nogales what it is today also have their own sections. Open daily dawn to dusk.

Historic Camp Little

As a response to Pancho Villa’s occupa-tion of Nogales, Sonora, the U.S. military's garrison in Nogales’ Camp Little swelled to over 10,000 soldiers of the highly deco-rated 25th Regiment mostly detached from Washington, D.C. It is named after Private Stephen Little killed in action in Nogales in 1915 during World War 1. Officer homes from the era still exist on Anza drive. Today, the area is home to a beautiful park for children in the area.

Las Lagunas de Anza

This resting place of the Anza Trail is located on the north end of Nogales and is a unique wetlands setting compared to the harsher desert climate around it. With abundant rains in the summer monsoon season, water collects here to create an ideal place to observe the local wildlife and migrating birds. The fall and winter come alive with the change of colors on the trees. The land is private, so access is lim-ited.

THINGS TO DO—Nogales, Arizona

Located northwest of City Hall at Western Ave and Bejarano St

Located northwest of City Hall at Western Ave and McNab St

Located across from St Andrew’s Church at Country Club Dr and Grand Ave

Nogales Mercado Fridays Morley Ave

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THINGS TO DO—Nogales, Arizona

Mexican Consulate consulmex.sre.gob.mx/nogales

The Mexican Consulate provides valuable information and assistance to Mexican citizens and those traveling to Mexico. It also promotes Mexican and regional art, theater, music, and literature through a series of community targeted events pro-vided at no or little cost.

Nogales City Hall and Park nogalesaz.gov

City Hall is the political center of Nogales, housing the offices of the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Magistrate Court, and the Police and Fire Departments. The park in front of City Hall boasts the Santa Cruz County Wall of Honor, a splash pad for children, a LED fountain, and is oftentimes used as back-drops for picture taking and weddings.

Sacred Heart Church

Located on a dominant bluff in downtown Nogales, Sacred Heart Church is an iconic symbol of Nogales, Arizona. The structure was built for around $100,000 and dedi-cated on Thanksgiving Day of 1928. It is also home to the Sacred Heart Catholic School established in 1910 and still operat-ing today.

Fray Marcos de Niza Shrine

This roadside shrine and statue with its stone grotto has attracted much devotion since its construction in 1939. 12 such statues were built representing historic priests for the “Camino de los Padres” throughout Arizona. It is one of the only remaining such shrines today. It is accessi-ble by parking at the DMV and walking a short distance.

135 E Cardwell St Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-2521

777 N Grand Ave Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-6571

272 N Rodriguez St Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-9221

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Monument to Reason

Located on Avenida Obregon about a mile south of the border, this plaza has two im-pressive statues: the Monument to Reason (Mono Bichi) and Benito Juarez. The Monu-ment to Reason is an internationally recog-nized icon of Nogales and features a naked Yaqui man holding a spear that cuts through a bird that is half bull and half bat, symboliz-ing man’s fight against ignorance and oppres-sion. It was erected in 1964 and sculpted by the distinguished Spanish Sculptor Alfredo Justo Ximeno. It was dedicated by then Mexi-can President Adolfo Lopez Mateos. Avenida Alvaro Obregon

Turning the corner onto Avenida Obregon is like opening up a new chapter of your life. Visitors are whisked away into the thrill and excitement of “Old Mexico” with the small shops, curio vendors, restaurants, night clubs, hotels, and much more. This site is home to a number of annual festivals held in downtown Nogales, Sonora, such as the Tequila Fest, Beer Fest, Winter Fest, and more. Take lots of pictures, barter with the vendors of whom a majority speak English, get a drink at the local bars, and enjoy your time on Avenida Obregon. US dollars are accepted and money exchanges are readily available.

Pesqueira Plaza

Immediately after passing the DeConcini port of entry, visitors to Nogales, Sonora are greeted by this beautiful pedestrian plaza lined with boutique shops, dentist offices, pharmacies, restaurants, barbershops, and tourist information. A graceful fountain ac-centuates the plaza. Park benches are located for your convenience, and oftentimes local artist displays can be found in this area.

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Ochoa Plaza

Ochoa Plaza is the heartbeat of Nogales, Sonora. Located adjacent to the Original Catholic Parish and across the street from the Art Museum, this plaza comes alive with activity each morning as merchants set up their stands to sell a wide variety of curios, hand made goods, fresh food, and other items of interest to tourists and passersby. Buses can take residents to all corners of the city. Behind the plaza, small pedestrian alleyways are lined with more curio and intriguing stands that will keep you entertained and shopping for hours. Municipal Auditorium

Located on Avenida Alvaro Obregon and up the street from City Hall, this municipal auditorium is in the heart of the City of Nogales. The large venue hosts a variety of shows, performances, musical theater, and more that will keep residents and visitors alike laughing and entertained all through the week. Community and civic events are oftentimes held in this natural gathering location for the entire community. Tickets can be purchased in the lobby. A glass atrium can be found on the second floor. The auditorium has a full stage and can seat several hundred guests. Original Parroquia

Located just two blocks south of the bor-der, this original Catholic Parish sets the religious tone for the entire community. Its uplitfing architecture and construction give way to an ornately decorated interior that inspires elevated thoughts. Built in the late 1890’s, this sacred edifice stands as a testa-ment to the faith and dedication of the hardworking people who helped to de-velop the land and commerce around Am-bos Nogales.

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Historic Custom House

This original train station and Mexican Cus-tom House is the center trademark of why Nogales came to existence and why it contin-ues to flourish today. Built at the intersection of trains meeting between both great coun-tries, this interesting building became the commercial hub of Ambos Nogales as inter-national commerce began to grow more than 100 years ago. Today it is not used as offices, but stands as a monument to the men and women who pioneered cross border trade that continues to drives Nogales’ economy.

Calle Elias

Located just across the border from Morley Avenue in Nogales, Sonora and connected by the Morley port of entry, Calle Elias is the historic Main Street of Nogales, Sonora. This street is lined with stately shade trees that make it a pleasure to visit. Though now long gone, this street was home to The Cave, or La Caverna, a restaurant bar inside a cave in the adjacent cliff face. Thousands of famous people and tourists visited The Cave, making it one of Nogales’ prime tourist locations. Its contemporary cliff side restaurant, La Roca, is still a thriving business today with great food and the type of service you expect. El Chan-garro gift shop is located on the first floor next to La Roca. Historic City Hall

The Historic City Hall is the seat of govern-ment for the municipality of Heroica No-gales, Sonora, housing the offices of the Mayor, administration, and fire department. From the balcony of the building, the Mayor has led the “Grito,” or cry of independence, celebrated annually on Mexico’s September 16 Independence Day. The building is located on Avenida Obregon one block south of the municipal auditorium.

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Flag Island of the Americas

If crossing on foot or by car into Mexico through downtown Nogales, the first thing to see is the Flag Island of the Americas. The plaza is encircled by flags of all the nations of Latin America, from Argentina in the south to Mexico in the north, and everything in between. The flag island is a great place to see people going back and forth between the two countries, and a good place to meet your party after an exciting day of adventures in Nogales, Sonora.

Museo de Arte

The Nogales, Sonora Art Museum is lo-cated across the street from the original Catholic Parish and just two blocks south of the border. Its unique architecture con-trasts boldly against the traditional architec-ture of the historic downtown Nogales district and calls tourists to visit its halls of local and regional artwork on display. The Art Museum is oftentimes the site of large outdoor civic celebrations where fireworks, food vendors, and other local flare can be enjoyed by all.

Highlighted Restaurants and Hotels in Nogales, Son

Nogales, Sonora is full of excellent restau-rants, bars, night clubs, and festivities. Some of the favorite stops for tourists include La Roca, Fray Marcos de Niza, El Marcos, La Posada, Marcos Grill, Mr. Lo-mos, Restaurant Olivia, Leo’s Cheve’s Bar, Las Brasas, Fiesta Inn, Fray Marcos Hotel, Hotel Marques de Cima, Hotel Plaza, Ho-tel Regis, Hotel San Carlos, and Hotel Colonial.

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Esplendor Resort at Rio Rico Golf Club rioricogolfclub.com

Robert Trent Jones finished the construction of Rio Rico in 1971, at the height of his ca-reer. His philosophy of risk reward architec-ture is never more evident than at Rio Rico. Huge bunkers and greens, strategically placed hazards, and multiple dog legs all place a premium on shot making. Jones also was obsessed with making sure the lay-out com-plimented and even improved the natural beauty of the land, and he achieved it with Rio Rico. With a championship length of 7,200 yards, Rio Rico has been the site of multiple PGA sponsored events.

Tubac Golf Resort tubacgolfresort.com

This 27 hole championship golf course Tuc-son is set on the historic 500 acre Otero Ranch in the Santa Cruz Valley. Each hole has 4 tee boxes and wide green fairways bor-dered by stately old-growth cottonwoods and mesquite trees. The course and resort were made famous by Kevin Costner’s “Tin Cup” movie in 1996. This Robert “Red” Lawrence 1959 course hosts 3 playable nines: Rancho, Anza, and Otero. Recognized by Conde Nast Johansens as one of two finalists for the pres-tigious 2011 Awards for Excellence as the Most Excellent Golf Resort.

Kino Springs Golf Club kinospringsgc.com

A great escape, Kino Springs is a 6,500 yard Par 71 course designed by Red Lawrence on the historic Estancia Yerba Buena Ranch. The Kino Springs course begins in gentle meadowlands then, starting at Hole #5, winds its way through spectacular canyon country. Bordered by mature pine trees, the last five holes offer great views of the Santa Cruz River, open river country, and equestrian pastures. Wildlife sightings are a common occurrence during your round. A half a cen-tury ago, Stewart Granger and Jean Simmons owned the 5,280-acre Yerba Buena Ranch and had frequent guests such as John Wayne and Elizabeth Taylor. This 18 hole course is open year-round and offers earnest out-west hospitality.

THINGS TO DO—Golf Courses

1 Burruel St Tubac, AZ 85646 520-398-2211

187 Kino Springs Dr Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-8701

1123 Pendleton Road Rio Rico, AZ 85648 520-281-8567

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400 Patagonia Lake Rd Patagonia, AZ 85624 520-287-6965

1891 E Frontage Rd Tumacacori, Az 85640 520-377-5060

150 Blue Haven Rd Patagonia, AZ 85624 520-394-2400

THINGS TO DO—Parks & Lakes

Tumacacori National Historical Park nps.gov/tuma

More than just adobe, plaster, and wood, these ruins evoke tales of life and land transformed by cultures meeting and mix-ing. Father Kino’s 1691 landmark visit to an O’odham village when he established Mission Tumacacori was just one event among many waves of change at this site. A quick trip through the mission ruins makes a 30-minute visit possible. Joining a guided tour, walking a bit of the Anza Trail, or exploring the depths of informa-tion in the museum can keep a visitor busy for a few hours. Explore the grounds, hike, take a tour, discover the museum, or chat with a cultural demonstrator at this unique park. Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Patagonia Lake State Park azstateparks.com/Parks/PALA

Southern Arizona’s premier water getaway is located just a few miles northeast of Nogales on SR 82. This exciting State Park boasts full service campgrounds, grills, a beach, gift shop, hiking trails, ramadas, picnic areas, spectacular views of the mountains and sunsets, and much more. Slow trill motor boats are allowed on the water, and kayaks and other boating equip-ment can be rented at the park. Hiking trails include a bridge over the lake giving you a perfect view of the park. Camp-ground spots fill quickly on holidays and weekends, so call ahead to reserve your perfect adventure.

Sonoita Creek State Natural Area azstateparks.com; sonoitacreek.org

Sonoita Creek is a spectacularly scenic place filled with wildlife, interesting vegeta-tion, history, and opportunities to explore. Much of the area is public land, either Federal or State, and is open year-round. Located at the northern end of migratory paths, this area is a special haven for bird watching with its array of unique species. Tours and nature hikes are available for a small fee at the park through the Friends of Sonoita Creek Organization.

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10 miles west on SR 289, Ruby Road

1 Burruel St Tubac, AZ 85646 520-398-2252

Tubac Presidio State Historical Park azstateparks.com/Parks/TUPR

The church and the military were the van-guards of Spanish frontier expansion throughout New Spain. The Jesuit, Eusebio Francisco Kino, established missions from 1687 to 1711 to Christianize and control Native Americans in the area. He established nearby Tumacacori in 1691. Tubac, then a small Piman village, became a mission farm and ranch. Spanish Colonists began to settle here during the 1730s, irrigating and farming the lands along the river and raising cattle, sheep and goats on the northern frontier of Spain's New World empire. Today the park is open for tours. Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Peña Blanca Lake www.azgfd.gov

This medium-sized body of water fills 49 acres of Peña Blanca Canyon in the Pajarito Mountain foothills. It is surrounded by grassy, oak-dotted hills, some of which are topped with bluffs of limestone. It is a popu-lar recreation spot and can become crowded on weekends and holidays. Built in 1957 by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, it provides water-related recreation year round. Frequently, people who come here during the winter expecting warm, balmy weather are surprised at how cool it can be given its eleva-tion of 4,300 feet, so plan accordingly.

San Rafael Valley State Natural Area azstateparks.com/Parks/SARA

The San Rafael valley extends over 90,000 acres and lies at the headwaters of the Santa Cruz River between the Patagonia and Hua-chuca Mountains and Canelo Hills. The valley is an intact landscape, unfragmented and relatively undisturbed. The U.S Fish and Wildlife Service estimates this valley harbors the greatest diversity of mammal species in North America. At the heart is the 9,000 square foot territorial ranch home, which has been featured in many movies. The park and ranch are currently not open to the public, but a dirt road traverses through the park so those interested in seeing the landscape can drive through.

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THINGS TO DO—Parks & Lakes

Fleischer Park Located at 1500 North Hohokam Drive, this park is home to a variety of annual celebrations, including the City of Nogales’ Salute to Independence and fireworks show. The park has two soccer fields and two baseball fields, which are home to the Little League Intermediate West Regional tournament in July.

Teyechea Park Located directly behind the Nogales City Hall, this park has two playgrounds, a base-ball field, basketball court, picnic areas, barbecues, and a small hiking area.

Nasib Karam Park Nogales’ main downtown park is at the corner of Morley Avenue and Park Street. With large shade trees, it makes an ideal place for taking a break while shopping downtown. There are plenty of benches, restrooms, and an entertainment ramada.

Meadow Hills Park Located in the Meadow Hills neighbor-hood, this park has a soccer field, basket-ball court, exercise path, playground, and picnic ramada.

Anza Park Found near Western Avenue and Kitchen Street, this park boasts a picnic area, ra-mada, playground, racquetball, basketball, tennis courts, and more.

War Memorial Stadium This beautiful baseball park was built by veterans of WWII and is host to a variety of Little League, veteran, high school, and occasional minor league games. A Little League field is adjacent, along with a skate park and tennis courts. Located near East Madison Street.

Monte Carlo Park On East Baffert Drive in the Monte Carlo Neighborhood, park includes a playground and ramada picnic area.

Herald Park Paperboy statue park located on the corner of Crawford St and Grand Avenue in downtown Nogales.

War Memorial Stadium N Sumney Pl

Nasib Karam Park Morley Ave & Park St

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Nogales Recreation Center At 1500 North Hohokam Drive, the Recrea-tion Center has a pool open to the public during the summer from 1 pm to 5 pm. League basketball, volleyball, and other sports take place in the gymnasium. An inspiring “Spirit of the Olympic Dream” mural is found inside the gym.

La Cancha Park Found on East Calle Sonora, this neighbor-hood park has a basketball court, playground, and picnic ramada area.

Kino Park Adjacent to the Nogales Visitor Center, this park has an elegant statue of Father Kino that commands a view of the Santa Ritas.

Calabasas Park Open on weekends and holidays, this park has 20 tree-shaded picnic sites and barbecue grills. It is located at the southern end of Pendleton Drive in Rio Rico.

Damon Park Located on Calle Calabasas and Circulo Golondrina in Rio Rico, this pleasant desert landscape park has two baseball fields, walk-ing paths, playgrounds, and picnic areas.

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds sonoitafairgrounds.com

This beautiful site is located at the junction of SR 82 and SR 83 in scenic Sonoita and is host to a bevy of events year-round, including the annual county fair, rodeos, horse shows, and others. The fairgrounds are situated on 36.5 acres with parking for approximately 2,000. vehicles A covered grandstand area seats 2,200. The grounds include 180 horse stalls, 1/2 mile race track, lighted rodeo arena, per-formance arena, club house with kitchen, exhibition halls and RV hookups for outside events.

THINGS TO DO—Parks & Lakes

3142 S Highway 83 Sonoita, AZ 85637 520-455-5553

Nogales Rec Center 1500 N Hohokam Dr

Kino Park 123 W Kino Park Pl

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THINGS TO DO—Santa Cruz County

Whipple Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory cfa.harvard.edu/facilities/flwo

Located at the base of Mount Hopkins in the Santa Rita Mountains and just within the boundary of the Coronado National Forest, the Fred Lawrence Whipple Obser-vatory Visitor Center features a variety of displays and exhibits, models of the Multi-ple Mirror Telescope, and a touchable topographical map of the Santa Rita Moun-tains. All exhibits and public areas are ac-cessible. Open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Lectures, telescopic view-ings, and tours to the observatory on Mount Hopkins are available.

Tubac Center of the Arts tubacarts.org

Come explore the core of art in Tubac. Here you’ll see and learn about the roots of Tubac’s artistic community. Visit the Mas-ter Artist Gallery for works by those artists that made this area known as where “Art & History Meet.” Spend time viewing art exhibitions and shop at the Gift Shop Gallery filled with jewelry, pottery, a great selection of books, cards, prints and more. Admission is free. Check out local events at tubaccalendar.com.

Town of Patagonia patagoniaaz.com

The Town of Patagonia is appropriately proud of its history and distinctive charac-ter. Patagonia is situated at over 4,000 feet elevation between the Santa Rita Moun-tains and the Patagonia Mountains. Lo-cated in the riparian corridor of Sonoita Creek, Patagonia is spectacularly rich in both natural and human assets. Artist shops, cafes, bird watching, bike rentals, the old train station, Town Park, Circle Z Ranch, and other fun adventures await your visit to this unique community.

670 Mt Hopkins Rd Amado, AZ 85645 520-879-4407

9 Plaza Road Tubac, AZ 85646 520-398-2371

310 McKeown Ave Patagonia, AZ 85624 520-394-2229

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Rio Rico rioricochamberofcommerce.com

Golfing, hiking, relaxing, bird watching, and riding horses are just part of the Rio Rico experience. Some of Arizona’s most stunning scenery is just outside the door with awe-inspiring sunsets and star-studded nights. A variety of restaurants and the Double R Sta-bles make this area a must stop.

Village of Amado santacruzvalley.com

Formerly a halfway station on a stagecoach route from Nogales to Arivaca, the Village of Amado is located just off Interstate 19 north of Tubac. Today it is a rural ranch community home to popular RV parks, the famous Cow Palace, Amado Territory Ranch Inn, Rex Ranch Health Spa, and Agua Linda Farm.

Village of Elgin visitarizona.com

Enjoy a small town romantic escape to the village of Elgin. Elgin was founded when the Santa Fe Railroad built a line that ran from Benson to Nogales. Elgin is now home to several wineries that produce vintages from colorful picnic-style wines to serious award-winning varietals. Located on Highway 83.

Village of Sonoita sonoitaaz.com

Located at the crossroads of US Highways 82 and 83 and at 5,000 ft above sea level, the Village of Sonoita is surrounded by rolling, grass-covered hills and enjoys wonderful blue skies and wide-open spaces. Many people say this area “looks like Montana” with its rolling grasslands and cienegas surrounded by oak and pine forest mountains. Enjoy horse and bike riding, classic cowboy style eateries and lodging, and beautiful sunsets.

Village of Tubac tubacaz.com

Tubac is a destination for the arts and fea-tures over 100 eclectic shops and world class galleries situated along meandering streets punctuated by hidden courtyards and spar-kling fountains. Shopping, restaurants, spa treatments, golfing, and more will keep you busy for a whole day. The Tubac Resort was recently named one of Conde Nast Traveler’s 2014 Must-See Destinations.

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THINGS TO DO—Register of Historic Places

National Register of Historic Places Nogales and Santa Cruz County are home to 52 listed and registered historic properties and districts, including 3 that are also National Historic Landmarks. The fol-lowing can be found in or near downtown Nogales:

� 10 Cottages on Short Street Short St Downtown

� Arizona-Sonora Manufacturing Company Machine Shop Grand & Arroyo

� Bowman Hotel 245 Grand Ave

� W.G. Bowman House 613 Sierra Ave

� Burton Building 253 Grand Ave

� Frank F. Cranz House 321 Arroyo Blvd

� Crawford Hill Residential District Crawford St

� George Dunbar House 605 Sierra Ave

� Sen. James A. Harrison House Morley Ave

� Hotel Blanca 456 Morley Ave

� House at 220 Walnut St

� House at 334-338 Walnut St

� House at 665 Morley Ave

� Pete Kitchen Ranch N Frontage Rd Rio Rico

� S.H. Kress & Co Bldg 48 Morley Ave

� Las Dos Naciones Cigar Factory 204 Morley Ave

� Marsh Heights Historic District Court St Hill

� George B. Marsh Bldg 142-154 Grand Ave

� House at 215 Walnut St

� House at 245 Walnut St

� Hugo Miller House 565 Potrero St

� Montezuma Hotel 108-120 Morley Ave

� Nogales Electric Light, Ice & Water Company Power House 491 Grand Ave

� Nogales High School 310 W Plum St

� Nogales Steam Laundry Bldg 223-2189 East St

� A.S. Noon Bldg 185 Grand Ave

� Old Nogales City Hall & Fire Dept. 136 Grand Ave

� Pennington Rural Historic Landscape Royal Rd

� Jose Piscorski Bldg 186-190 Morley Ave

� 1904 County Courthouse Court St & Morley Ave

� Mediterranean Cottages on Pajarito St 141, 147, 533 Pajarito St

� US Post Office 300 Morley Ave

� J.E. Wise Bldg 87 Grand Ave

� U.S. Custom House International St & Terrace Ave

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Mariposa Mall Major stores include JC Penney, Kmart, Aer-opostale, Shoe Carnival, and others. Located at 230 W Mariposa Rd in Nogales.

Loma Linda Shopping Center Safeway, DD’s, Stage, Ace Hardware, and Factory 2 U anchor this shopping center. Located at 465 W Mariposa Rd in Nogales.

Oasis Town Center Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Mitchell’s Oasis Cinema 9 Movie Theater, and others. Located at 240 W Roper Rd in Nogales.

Plaza Mariposa Home to Walgreens, Fitness Express, and the Cochise College and University of Arizona Santa Cruz campuses. Located at 1959 N Grand Ave in Nogales.

Nogales Plaza Food City, Pep Boys, Peter Piper Pizza, Stage, and CSL Plasma anchor this shopping center located at 450 N Grand Court Plaza in down-town Nogales.

Morley & Grand Avenues Stores like Bracker’s, Cinderella, Kory’s, No-gales Tactical, general merchandise stores, Payless Shoesource, Melrose, and many more make up the 90+ stores in this historic shop-ping center right next to the border.

Paul Bond Boots paulbondboots.com

A Nogales favorite for decades, Paul Bond Boots is a high-end boot company started long before machine-made boots and shoes were the norm. The high quality continues today. 915 W Paul Bond Dr. Nogales, AZ.

Entertainment Arizona Bol Bowling: arizonabol.com

784 N Morley Avenue in Nogales 520-287-7715

Mitchell’s Theatres Oasis 9: oasiscinema9.com

240 W Roper Road in Nogales 520-761-1777

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GHOST TOWNS

Alto Alto was founded in 1907 and abandoned in 1933. There were a few hundred resi-dents and gold was the mainstay. Scattered ruins today.

Calabasas Calabasas was established in 1866 and abandoned in 1913. It was a Papago Indian village, US military base, mining camp, and more. Limited ruins remain today.

Canelo Canelo was established in 1904 and aban-doned in 1924. It was on the route from Patagonia to Parker Canyon Lake. Ruins include an old school house.

Casa Blanca Little is known of this location located just north and east of Patagonia.

Crittenden This town started in the 1860’s with a rail depot and significant mining activity. It was abandoned by 1900. Ruins include an old hotel.

Duquesne Duquesne was established in 1880 and abandoned in 1920. It was a mine town and was the rumored home of George Westinghouse. Mining and school house ruins remain. Public not welcome.

Harshaw Harshaw was established in 1880 and aban-doned in 1903. It was home to the Her-mosa mine and up to 30 saloons, hotels, stores, and more. Private property.

Kentucky Camp Kentucky Camp was abandoned by 1886 when gold was exhausted. A 1904 revival never happened. Many ruins stand today and is being restored. Public is welcome.

Lochiel Lochiel was established in 1880 and aban-doned in 1911. Pancho Villa liked to cattle rustle at this old border crossing. Many ruins remain. Public not welcome.

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Mowry Mowry was operating as a Mexican mine since before 1857. It changed hands many times before being abandoned in 1913. Ruins include a small cemetery and adobe rubble.

Old Glory Old Glory was established in 1895 and aban-doned in 1915. It served many mines with a justice of the peace, store, and more. Ruins include mining remnants.

Oro Blanco Oro Blanco was established in 1879 and abandoned in 1915. This mining town even had a dentist. The richest man in Arizona at the time was rumored to have lived here. Mining ruins remain. Public not welcome.

Ruby Ruby is one of the best preserved ghost towns in Arizona. It was established in 1912 and abandoned in 1941. Access is limited and a fee is required.

Salero Salero was established in 1884 and abandoned in 1890, but the mine was active since before 1857. Many well preserved buildings remain today. Private property.

Tubac Tubac is Arizona’s oldest European settle-ment and is the site of Arizona’s first newspa-per. A State Historical Park museum marks the site and provides valuable information.

Washington Camp Washington Camp was established in the 1880’s and abandoned in 1920. Its population peaked in 1905 at 5,200 miners and families. It had a school and stores. Ruins include numerous buildings.

World’s Fair Mine This was a significant mine operation, but it is likely the terrain prevented the establishment of real settlement. Major mining ruins remain.

Yank’s Spring This was an unsuccessful ranch effort by two men: Yank and Hank. A Forest Service sign details the account located at the entrance to Sycamore Canyon.

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TRAILS—Hiking, Biking, Birding, & More

Anza Trail Trail that leads from the Mexican border to San Francisco, beginning at the 1904 Courthouse in Nogales. It is the historic trail of Juan Bautista de Anza. An easy walking route leads between Tumacacori Mission and Tubac Presidio. Visit anzahis-torictrail.org for more information.

Manuel Tapia Trail A paved urban exercise trail located adja-cent to the Santa Cruz County complex at 2150 North Congress Drive in Nogales.

Guy Tobin Trailhead Rio Rico Anza Trailhead with historical and informational markers.

Rio Rico Trail Urban trail located in Rio Rico running parallel to Pendleton Drive accessed off Rio Rico Drive from Exit 17.

Arizona Trail Trail that leads all the way through Arizona from Mexico to Utah border. Begins in Patagonia Mountains south of the town. Visit aztrail.org for more information.

Madera Canyon Wheelchair Two simple loops at base of Madera can-yon.

Atascosa Lookout: 5 miles Short and steep, located west of Pena Blanca Lake on Ruby Road in the Pajarito Mountains west of Nogales.

Sonoita Creek: 1.2 miles Beautiful hike in Patagonia Lake State Park east of Nogales off SR 82 near the Town of Patagonia.

Pajarito Wilderness: 9.5 miles Running water trail in the Atascosa moun-tains. Wild and untamed wilderness where gray wolf was reintroduced.

Bog Springs: 5 miles Nestled among the high summits of the Santa Rita mountains. Popular for bird watching. Accessed on north face.

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Old Baldy Trail: 10.8 miles Oldest, shortest, steep route to ascend 4,000 feet from trailhead to summit. Very popular trail and well maintained makes ascent man-ageable. Accessed on north face.

Gardner Canyon: 9 miles Remote route on Mt. Wrightson’s eastern slope, extending to its upper reaches.

Florida Canyon: 14.8 miles Backpack to the crest of the Santa Rita Mountains with an excellent view of Mt. McCleary. Accessed on north face.

Madera Creek: 2.8 miles Upper section of Nature Trail almost forgot-ten by hikers with benches for resting. Ac-cessed on north face.

Santa Rita Crest: 13.2 miles Alternate, less traveled route to the Santa Rita crest and summit of Mt Wrightson. Accessi-ble on Mt. Wrightson’s east face.

Sycamore Canyon: 5 miles Wet and difficult hike located west of Pena Blanca Lake on Ruby Road in the Pajarito Mountains west of Nogales.

Dutch John Spring: 2.6 miles Lovely woodland trail just far enough away that it gets few hikers. Accessed on north face.

Mt Wrightson: 11.7 miles Towering above the surrounding desert floor, Mt Wrightson offers an example of “sky islands” with its considerable cooler and wet-ter climate and unique ecosystems. Accessed on north face.

Mt Wrightson Super: 16.2 miles A long day hike or backpack to the summit on a well maintained trail. Accessed on north face.

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FILM LOCATIONS

Film Locations Nogales and Santa Cruz County was the get-away home for movie stars like John Wayne, Stewart Granger, Jean Simmons and many others. There are a variety of places of interest to visit in the area for film buffs.

In fact, more than 120 major motion pictures have been filmed in Nogales and Santa Cruz County, in addition to countless independent and documentary films. The following is just a small list of movies filmed by location in and around Nogales and Santa Cruz County. Not all areas are open to the public. Please check avail-ability before entering.

TUBAC GOLF RESORT Tin Cup (1996)

Romantic comedy starring Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Cheech Marin and Don Johnson.

TUMACACORI NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK Boys on the Side (1995)

Comedy drama starring Whoopi Goldberg, Drew Barrymore and Mary-Louise Parker.

Young Guns II (1990) Western sequel to Young Guns (1988) starring Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond Phillips and Christian Slater.

Duel in the Sun (1946) Western starring Jennifer Jones, Joseph Cotten, Gregory Peck, Lillian Gish and Lionel Barrymore.

NOGALES DOWNTOWN Bottom of the Bottle (1956)

Drama based on novel by Georges Simenon’s stay in Nogales and starring Joseph Cotten and Van Johnson; directed by Henry Hathaway.

Traffic (2000) Drama directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Stephen Gaghan; starring Benicio del Torro.

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) Biographical spy comedy starring Sam Rockwell, Julia Roberts, Drew Barrymore and George Clooney.

The Hangover Part III (2012) Comedy sequel starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Justin Bartha and Ken Jeong; a Todd Phillips film.

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Theatrical release poster of “Tin Cup”

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NOGALES AIRPORT Battle Hymn (1957)

Korean War drama starring Rock Hudson and directed by Douglas Sirk.

David & Bathsheba (1951) Historical starring Gregory Peck and Susan Hayward; directed by Henry King.

PATAGONIA Devils Angels (1967)

Biker film starring John Cassavetes and directed by Daniel Haller.

Arizona Dream (1993) Surrealist comedy-drama starring Johnny Depp, Jerry Lewis and Faye Dunaway.

The Furies (1950) Western starring Barbara Stanwyck, Wendell Corey and Walter Huston’s last performance.

The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) Revisionist Western starring Clint Eastwood, Chief Dan George and Sondra Locke.

ELGIN 3:10 to Yuma (1957)

The original western starring Glenn Ford and Van Heflin; directed by Delmer Daves.

Red River (1948) Western starring John Wayne and Montgomery Clift; produced and directed by Howard Hawks.

SAN RAFAEL VALLEY Oklahoma! (1955)

Musical starring Shirley Jones & Gordon McRae. San Rafael Valley became an honorary part of the state of Oklahoma during filming.

McClintock! (1963) Western comedy starring John Wayne, Maureen O’Hara, Yvonne de Carlo and Wayne’s son Patrick Wayne.

Tom Horn (1980) Western starring Steve McQueen and directed by William Wiard; written by Tom Horn.

FILM LOCATIONS

Theatrical release poster of “McLintock!”

Theatrical release poster of “3:10 to Yuma”

Theatrical release poster of “Oklahoma!”

Other Movies Filmed in the Nogales Area

Stillwater (1999) South of Heaven, West of Hell (1999)

Price of Glory (1999) Los Locos (1998) The Postman (1996) Perdita Durango (1996) The Fantastics (1995) Seduced by Evil (1992) Roswell (1990) The Sacketts (1979) The Frisco Kid (1979) The Last Hard Man (1976)

The Man Who Lived Cat Dancing (1973)

Ulzana’s Ride (1972) Wild Rovers (1971) The Cowboys (1971) Rio Lobo (1970) Monte Walsh (1970) Heller in Pink Tights (1960) Pork Chop Hill (1959) Last Train from Gun Hill (1959)

Pocket Money (1959) The Big Country (1958)

Gunman’s Walk (1958) Shootout at the OK Corral (1958)

Hombre (1958) Gunsight Ridge (1957) Backlash (1956) War Arrow (1954) Broken Lance (1954) Hondo (1953) Winchester 73 (1950) Duel in the Sun (1948) Red River Valley (1941) Toll of Fear (1913)

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ANZA TRAIL

Anza Trail Locations

“Vayan Subiendo!” “Everyone mount up!” was the rousing call from Juan Bautista de Anza who set out on an expedition to find a land route from Rosario, Sinaloa to Cali-fornia. On the eve of the American Revolu-tion, Lt. Colonel Juan Bautista de Anza led 240 men, women, and children on an epic journey across the frontier of New Spain to establish a settlement at San Francisco Bay.

Discover their legacy on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, connecting culture, history, and outdoor recreation throughout Arizona, California, and be-yond. Today you can follow the 1,200 miles they traversed that begins its United States portion in Nogales, Arizona and leads to the San Francisco Bay Area. These trail stops are found in Santa Cruz County.

1904 Courthouse Start your Anza Trail adventure at the Den-nis DeConcini Port of Entry or Morley Port of Entry, and head north to the 1904 Courthouse. Located inside the historic building is a small gallery providing more information about the trail.

Las Lagunas Next, head north to Las Lagunas. This campsite in Nogales is at a cienega, or marsh, which is owned and managed by the non-profit Santa Fe Ranch Foundation. It can be viewed by taking exit 8 off of southbound I-19 to Country Club Drive and turning west. The site includes Anza Trail Interpretive panels and a short trail to view the wetlands.

Desert Shadows Middle School The Desert Shadows Middle School in Nogales is home to a large Anza Mural. Located at 340 Boulevard Del Rey David in Nogales. Access very limited.

Rio Rico Trail Starting at the staging area parking lot off Rio Rico Drive at Exit 17, several miles of trail parallel Anza’s Route. From here, you will be able to bike or walk to Tumacacori if it’s not too hot. Look for several small stone trail signs.

Courtesy of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Please visit anzahistorictrail.org for more information.

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Tumacacori Nat’l Hist Park Mission San Jose de Tumacacori is located on Interstate 19 about 18 miles north of Nogales, and was first listed in 1691 as an outlying visita (a mission station without a resident priest) by the famous Jesuit mis-sionary Father Eusebio Francisco Kino. By 1701, the village was a visita of the mission Guevavi, and in 1771, Tu-macacori was made the head mission of the district, and Guevavi was abandoned. San Cayetano de Calabasas is the adobe remnants of a site first occupied about 1756 as a Spanish mission visita. Father Pedro Font held mass here on October 17, 1775, as the expedition moved toward Tubac. Construction of the present mis-sion church was begun around 1802. The visitor center is a National Historic Land-mark and includes a museum. Visits to Calabasas and Guevavi can be arranged at the park’s headquarters. A trail connects Tumacacori and Tubac along the Santa Cruz river through a beautiful riparian habitat containing cottonwood and mes-quite trees. Look for several large ramadas enclosing interpretative panels about Anza’s expeditions and the natural history of the area.

Tubac Presidio Hist. Park Anza served as the Presidio de San Igna-cio de Tubac’s second commander from 1760-1776. About fifty cavalrymen were stationed at this remote outpost, founded in 1752 in response to an uprising by the local Akimel O’odham (Pima) tribe. Anza’s house, made of adobe bricks, was located here in what is now Tubac Presi-dio State Historic Park (four miles north of Tumacacori, on Tubac Road and Presi-dio Drive.) The adjacent area was the old Tubac Barrio (community). Today it is managed by the Archeological Conser-vancy, and they arrange visits. A group called Los Tubaquenos offers period in-terpretation at the park. A re-enactment of the expedition’s passage through Tubac takes place annually during the Anza Days festival.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Where can I park? On street parking is available throughout downtown No-gales, so have a few quarters readily available. Secure parking lots are available around Terrace Avenue when crossing into Mexico. Most parking lots charge around $5 and generally accept only cash.

Do I have to know Spanish in Nogales? No. Nogales is a bilingual, bicultural town. English and Spanish are widely spoken on both sides of the border.

Do I need cash? Yes! Credit cards are widely accepted in Nogales, Arizona, but some stores may charge an additional fee or not ac-cept cards at all. ATM’s are available in Nogales served by Chase, Wells Fargo, Washington Federal, and other finan-cial institutions. Cash, including dollars, is generally the preferred payment method in Mexico where money ex-changes abound near the border and bartering is typical.

Am I safe in Nogales? Nogales, AZ has a crime rate well below Tucson and Phoenix, thanks in part to a significant law enforcement presence. The State of Sonora has consistently ranked as one of the safest states in Mexico.

Where can I best see the border fence? The border fence can be widely seen throughout Nogales due to the hilly topography. Some of the most interesting border pictures can be taken on International Street while shopping on Morley Avenue.

What to know when crossing the border? Mexico is an exciting place to visit, so ensure you have the proper documentation to return to the United States. Passports or border crossing cards are best. Be prepared to wait in line, answer some questions, declare what you are bringing back, and have documents for medications.

What happens at the I-19 checkpoint? The Border Patrol Checkpoint north of Tubac offers a sim-ple procedure for the traveling public. American citizens need only declare citizenship, and foreign visitors should have proper documentation.

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Do I need Mexican car insurance? If you are driving to Mexico, then you will need Mexico car insurance. A variety of insurance companies in Nogales, Arizona can provide the necessary insurance for a single day, week, or longer.

Is it really “Duty Free” shopping? A number of duty free shops are located right next to the border selling items like liquor, tobacco, chocolate, per-fume, jewelry, and more. Many items can be purchased “duty free”, or tax free, when taken immediately across the border into Mexico.

Are there any gyms or fitness classes? Two membership gyms in Nogales include Fitness Express at 2051 N Grand Ave in Nogales (520-761-4820) and Grand Fitness at 2567 N Grand Ave in Nogales (520-761-0945). Exercise classes are available here and other loca-tions throughout the community, including Yoga, Zumba, cycling, jazzercise, and more.

Is there medical tourism in Mexico? Nogales, Sonora is known for a large number of medical offices very close to the border. Many Americans and Ca-nadians come to Nogales, Sonora seeking more affordable prices on eyeglasses, dental work, prescription drugs, simple medical procedures, and more. Many offices accept American insurance and credit cards. It is always a good idea to do research before seeking any medical attention.

Medical facilities are available in Nogales, Arizona, includ-ing Carondolet Holy Cross Hospital with an emergency room and Mariposa Community Health Center.

Are there any whole food store options? Nogales has a GNC located at 276 W Mariposa Road, and the Happy Home Nutrition Center is downtown at 441 N Grand Ave. The Nogales Mercado is held each Friday on Morley Avenue in downtown Nogales and features fresh, local products. Pure Joy Planet Store is located at 2221 E Frontage Rd in Tubac.

Are there public restrooms downtown? Restrooms are available in Karam Park on Morley Avenue. Hours are limited to when attendant is on duty.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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WINING & DINING

Sonoita/Elgin Wineries The Sonoita/ Elgin area is among the very first winegrowing regions to be granted American Viticulture Area (AVA) status by the federal government. It is the largest concentration of wineries and at present the only federally recog-nized wine growing region in Arizona. It was recognized as one of the top ten wine trails in the country by USA Today.

Arizona Hops and Vines 3450 Arizona 82 Sonoita, AZ 85637 888-569-1642; azhopsandvines.com

Callaghan Vineyards 336 Elgin Road Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-5322; callaghanvineyards.com

Charron Vineyards 18585 South Sonoita Hwy Vail, AZ 85641 520-762-8585; [email protected]

Dos Cabezas Wineworks 3248 Arizona 82 Sonoita, AZ 85637 520-455-5141; doscabezaswinery.com

Flying Leap Vineyards 342 Elgin Road Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-5499; flyingleapvineyards.com

Hannah’s Hill Vineyard Mile marker 40 SR 82 Elgin, AZ 85611 520-456-9000; hannahshill.com

Kief Joshua Vineyards 370 Elgin Road Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-5582; kj-vineyards.com

Lightning Ridge Cellars 2368 Hwy 83 Vaughn Loop Rd Elgin, AZ 85611; 520-455-5383; lightningridgecellars.com

Rancho Rossa Vineyards 201 Cattle Ranch Lane Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-0700; ranchorossa.com

Sonoita Vineyards 290 Elgin Canelo Road Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-5893; sonoitavineyards.com

Village of Elgin Winery 471 Elgin Road Elgin, AZ 85611 520-455-9309; elginwines.com

Wilhelm Family Vineyards 21 Mountain Ranch Drive Sonoita, AZ 85637 520-455-9291; wilhelmvineyards.com

Mountain View from Sonoita

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Favorite Nogales Restaurants*

Enjoy the great tastes of Nogales’ favorite res-taurants ranging from authentic Mexican to classic American, Italian, and steakhouses.

Cocina La Ley 226 West 3rd Street, Nogales 520-287-4555; cocinalaley.com

Denny’s 683 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-4572; dennys.com

El Zarape 694 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-3920

Exquisito 165 West Mariposa Road, Nogales 520-377-0622

IHOP 1671 North Industrial Park Drive, Nogales 520-377-0500; ihop.com

La Cabana 840 North Grand Avenue #1, Nogales 520-287-3249

Las Vigas Steak Ranch 180 West Loma Street, Nogales 520-287-6641

Mr. C’s Supper Club 282 West View Point Drive, Nogales 520-281-9000; mrcsnogales.com

Peter Piper Pizza 466 North Grand Court Plaza, Nogales 520-287-6511; peterpiperpizza.com

Pizza Hut 589 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-9257; pizzahut.com

Pizza Pollis 840 North Grand Avenue #1, Nogales 520-281-0043

Zula’s Diner 982 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-2892

*Restaurants open for at least 10 years in Nogales, Arizona, excluding fast-food restaurants. Dozens of additional restau-rants are available on both sides of the border.

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ACCOMODATIONS

Arroyo Motel 20 East Doe Street, Nogales 520-287-4637

Best Western Hotel 750 W Shell Rd, Nogales 520-375-6500; bestwesternnogales.com

Candlewood Suites 875 N Frank Reed Rd, Nogales 520-281-1111; bestwesternnogales.com

El Dorado Inn & Suites 884 N Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-4611; eldoradoinnsuites.com

Esplendor Resort 1069 Camino Caralampi, Rio Rico 520-281-1901; esplendor-resort.com

Frida’s Bed and Breakfast 570 N Morley Ave, Nogales 520-470-9708

Holiday Inn Express 850 West Shell Road, Nogales 520-281-0123; hiexpress.com

Mariposa Hotel 547 West Mariposa Road, Nogales 520-281-2242

Motel 6 141 West Mariposa Road, Nogales 520-281-2951; motel6.com

Quality Hotel Americana 639 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-7211; americananogales.com

Siesta Motel 673 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-4671

Time Motel 921 North Grand Avenue, Nogales 520-287-0702

Tubac Golf Resort 1 Otero Road, Tubac 520-398-2211; tubacgolfresort.com

Mariposa Manor RV Park 945 West Manor Drive, Nogales; 520-281-1199

Mi Casa RV Travel Park 2901 North Grand Avenue, Nogales; 520-281-1150

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Nogales City Hall 777 North Grand Avenue Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-6571 Non-Emergencies: Nogales Police Dept 520-287-9111 Nogales Fire Dept 520-287-6548

Nogales Parks & Rec Dept 1500 North Hohokam Drive Nogales, AZ 85621 520-285-5782

Nogales Public Library 518 North Grand Avenue Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-3343

Holy Cross Hospital 1171 W Target Range Rd Nogales, AZ 85621 520-285-3000

Mariposa Community Health Center 1852 North Mastick Way Nogales, AZ 85621 520-281-1550

Mexican Consulate 135 E Cardwell St Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-2521

American Consulate Calle San José s/n Fraccionamiento los Alamos C. P. 84065 Nogales, Sonora (52) - (631) - 311 - 8150

[email protected]

Nogales Visitor Center & Chamber of Commerce 123 West Kino Park Place Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-3685

Santa Cruz County 2150 North Congress Drive Nogales, AZ 85621 520-375-7800

HELPFUL RESOURCES

US Customs and Border Protection Nogales Station 1500 West La Quinta Road Nogales, AZ 85621 520-761-2400

Cochise College and U of A Santa Cruz Campuses 2021 North Grand Avenue Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-5583

Nogales Community Development 124 North Terrace Avenue B Nogales, AZ 85621 520-397-9219

US Post Office 300 North Morley Avenue Nogales, AZ 85621 520-287-9246

Tubac Visitor Center 12 B Tubac Road Tubac, AZ 85646 520-398-2704

Patagonia Area Business Association 316 Naugle Avenue Patagonia, AZ 85624

Rio Rico Chamber of Commerce 1279 West Frontage Road Rio Rico, AZ 85648

Nogales Ranger Station 303 Old Tucson Road Nogales, AZ 85621 520-281-2296

Arizona Game and Fish Department 520-628-5376 azgfd.com

Arizona State Parks 602-542-4174; azstateparks.com

Arizona Office of Tourism 866-275-5816 visitarizona.com

Helpful resources Emergencies in United States…………...911 Emergencies in Mexico………………….066

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City of Nogales, Arizona

777 North Grand Avenue

Nogales, AZ 85621