Santa Rita Lodge is located in Madera Canyon, part of the Coronado National Forest, 13 miles southeast of Green Valley, Arizona.
We
rent efficiency apartments or "casitas" and cabins for overnight or
longer. The lodge has been in existence since the 1940's. The
structures are old, but have been recently renovated. The lodge is
located beside Madera Canyon Creek which usually flows from monsoon
season in July through the spring.
Madera Canyon is a rich,
protected habitat that provides an ideal breeding ground for about 130
species of birds. Birders from all over the world come here to view
rare species such as Elegant Trogon, Painted Redstart, Broad-billed and
Magnificent Hummingbirds, Elf and Whiskered Screech Owls. Feeders are
abundant on the lodge ground to attract a wide variety of birds.
At an elevation of 5,000 feet, the lodge is about 10 degrees cooler than Tucson.
If you are looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful natural setting, this place is for you.
This illustration by Rick Wheeler is for sale in the Santa Rita Lodge gift shop.
Please click on the image to see a larger version.
