Tubac, Census-designated place in Santa Cruz County, Arizona
Tubac sits between the Tumacacori and Santa Rita mountain ranges at an elevation of 978 meters, featuring art galleries and Spanish colonial architecture.
The Spanish established Tubac as a military presidio in 1752, making it the first European settlement in what would later become the state of Arizona.
The Tubac Presidio State Historic Park exhibits artifacts, documents, and structures that tell the story of Spanish colonial frontier life in the Southwest.
The Tubac Visitor Center, located at 1 Burruel Street, provides maps, guides, and information about local attractions from Wednesday through Sunday.
The Tubac Golf Resort occupies 500 acres of the former Otero Ranch, featuring 27 holes of golf and a converted stable that now serves as a restaurant.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Elevation above the sea: 978 m
GPS coordinates: 31.62556,-111.05194
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:01
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