Please Note: Some sections of the tour are not ADA accessible at this time. Special arrangements can be made in advance by calling (520) 724-5375 or via email at canoaranch@pima.gov or for any other additional information.
Sign up for a tour by clicking the register now button. You can also purchase an Annual Tours and Outdoor Activities Pass to get free or reduced cost for tours and programs. How to set up an account in Active Net.
Tours
At this time there are no tours.
Outdoor Activities
Mindful Nature Walk
Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and grounds us, but also deepens our connection to the natural world. Join a Pima County naturalist for a tranquil stroll with time to sit and reflect by the lake at Historic Canoa Ranch. This walk will include elements of guided mindfulness meditation and learning about the natural world around us.
Masks are mandatory; social distancing will be enforced. Group size strictly limited to eight. No walk-ins accepted.
Friday, April 9 -- 8:00-9:00 a.m.
$5 fee. Online registration required.
For more information: www.pima.gov/nrpr, eeducation@pima.gov, or 520-724-5375
Birding Canoa Ranch
Join birding enthusiast Brian Nicholas to see a wide variety of sparrows, raptors, and waterfowl on the pond at Historic Canoa Ranch. All ages welcome.
Masks are mandatory; social distancing will be enforced. Group size strictly limited to 8. No walk-ins accepted.
Wednesday, April 14 -- 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Free with Membership, Non-Member $5 fee. Online registration required.
For more information: www.pima.gov/canoaranch, CanoaRanch@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
Dragonflies and Damselflies of Canoa Ranch
Dragonflies and damselflies are highly skilled aerial predators that dazzle watchers with their brilliant colors, interesting behaviors, and unparalleled flight. Join naturalist Jeff Babson as we explore the dragonflies and damselflies on the pond at Historic Canoa Ranch. All ages welcome.
Masks are mandatory; social distancing will be enforced. Group size strictly limited to 8. No walk-ins accepted.
Wednesday, April 28 -- 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Free with Membership, Non-Member $5 fee. Online registration required.
For more information: www.pima.gov/canoaranch, CanoaRanch@pima.gov or 520-724-5375
Anza Exhibit
Come view our exhibit about the Anza Expedition. Canoa Ranch was a camp site for the Anza Expedition on their journey to San Francisco, CA.
To learn more about the expedition visit these websites:
www.nps.gov/juba
www.anzahistorictrail.org
Mexicano Vaquero Families Exhibit
The Salcido's, the Murrieta's, the Ahumada's and the Grijalva's were just a few of the hard working Mexicano families that lived and worked at Canoa Ranch.
George Redondo Proctor Western Heritage Collection
Enjoy of the George Redondo Proctor Western Heritage Collection.
Scotch Farms
How Scotch Farms played a role in bringing purebred Herefords to Canoa Ranch.
Ranching Families and Ranching History
The Manning's, the Schnaufer's, the Gayler's, and day to day life on the ranch.
Tools of the Ranch
See many of the different tools that were used on the ranch.
Please help support Canoa Ranch, one of the most historically and culturally significant ranches in Southern Arizona. Monetary donations for Historic Canoa Ranch can be made through
Pima County Parklands Foundation at
http://pimaparklands.org. You can donate using PayPal or a debit/credit card via this site. Donations are tax-deductible, within the limits of the law. If you would like to make a donation by check, please make check out to
Pima County Parklands Foundation with
Canoa in the memo line and mail check to:
Parklands Foundation
3500 W. River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85741
The Parklands Foundation is the
ONLY website authorized to accept donations for Historic Canoa Ranch. Currently we are seeking funds to restore the Manning Senior House to complete the full living museum that Canoa Ranch embodies, hosting multiple activities, events and fundraisers.
If you have any questions or need more information, please call 520-724-5220 or email
mhellon@aol.com
Please donate now!
Thank you for your tremendous support!
Commemorative Tree Program
Dedicating a tree or group of trees is the perfect way to honor your special person or organization. The first 39 commemorative trees will be planted along the entryway to Historic Canoa Ranch. The Entryway Grove has the important role of re-establishing the trees that lined the road into Canoa Ranch.
For more information and the purchase form click here