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Kent Springs Cabin

Kent Springs Cabin is located in the Coronado National Forest, featuring rugged terrain with forested areas and mountain views. Temperatures in the area can reach highs of around 90°F and drop to lows near 30°F, depending on the season. Nearby attractions include Madera Canyon, known for bird watching and hiking, and the historic town of Tubac, offering cultural sites and shopping.

Description

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Coronado National Forest

Overview

Kent Springs Cabin is located in the Madera Canyon Recreation Area, 15 miles southeast of Green Valley, Arizona in the Coronado National Forest. Located in an area boasting unique natural features and historical sites, the secluded and private cabin is an ideal location for guests seeking relaxation and recreation although less than an hour from Tucson.

Recreation

Madera Canyon hiking trails are well-known throughout the Southwest, and vary from paved, accessible trails and gentle walking paths to steep, strenuous trails leading to the top of 9,453-foot Mt. Wrightson. Madera Canyon is also touted as one of the country's most revered birding areas. With fifteen species of hummingbirds, the Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher, the Flame-colored Tanager, 36 species of wood warblers, and over 256 documented bird species, the area is a birder's paradise.

Natural Features

Kent Springs Cabin is located in the heart of Madera Canyon within the Santa Rita Mountains. Spanning four life zones and several ecosystems between desert and mountain peaks, the area has become a well-known "sky island," supporting abundant and biologically diverse plant and animal communities. The area supports a variety of wildlife, including white-tailed and mule deer, rabbits, wild turkeys, and squirrels. Black bear, Coati, foxes, ring-tailed cats, bobcats, and mountain lion are more elusive. Sixteen species of bats have been recorded in the canyon. It is recommended that visitors wear appropriate clothing and use insect repellent; July through October is chigger season.

Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located less than a half-hour from Green Valley and within an hour of Tucson and Nogales, Arizona. Attractions within an hour drive include the Mining Museum, Titan Missile Museum, Whipple Observatory, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, San Xavier Mission, historic Tubac, and Tumacacori National Historical Park.

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Location

Kent Springs Cabin is located in Arizona

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Directions

From the intersection of I-10 and I-19 in Tucson, travel south on 1-19 about 35 miles to the Continental Road exit (Exit 63) in Green Valley, Arizona. Turn left (east) onto Continental Road and go approximately 1 mile to the junction with the Madera Canyon/White House Canyon Road. Turn right (southeast) and travel approximately 14 miles into Madera Canyon. Stay on the paved road. The signed access road to the cabin is the second left past the Madera Kubo Bed and Breakfast

Address

NOGALES RANGER DISTRICT 303 OLD TUCSON ROAD
Nogales, AZ 85621

Coordinates

31.717940889 N
110.872841704 W

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