Quail Creek

Discover Quail Creek—Green Valley’s premier 55+ community featuring championship golf, resort-style recreation, vibrant clubs, and lush desert landscapes just minutes south of Tucson.

Welcome to Quail Creek

Your 55+ Lifestyle Destination

Quail Creek is an upscale, master-planned active-adult enclave nestled in the rolling foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains within the award-winning Green Valley community. Established in 1990, this 55+ neighborhood spans over 800 acres of meticulously landscaped desert terrain. Residents enjoy a variety of low-maintenance homes—single-level ranch-style residences, patio villas, and custom-deluxe floor plans—all crafted to maximize natural light and capture sweeping mountain vistas.

At its heart lies the signature Quail Creek Golf Course, a Rees Jones–designed, 18-hole championship layout renowned for its immaculate greens, challenging fairways, and desert-flowered desert washes. Beyond golf, neighbors gather at two resort-style recreation centers—The Quail Creek Country Club and The Canoa Ranch Recreation Center—each offering heated pools, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, hobby studios, and social lounges. With over 60 clubs and special-interest groups—from ceramics and watercolor painting to hiking, tennis, and volunteer service—residents form lasting friendships while embracing an active, engaging lifestyle. Conveniently located off Interstate 19, Quail Creek provides easy access to Banner – University Medical Center South, nearby shopping at The Marketplace at Continental Ranch, and cultural events at the Green Valley Community Theatre, blending serene desert living with modern conveniences.

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Quail Creek opened its gates in 1990 as one of the earliest 55+ communities in Green Valley. Designed by renowned architect Rees Jones, the Quail Creek Golf Course was envisioned to be a championship-caliber layout that harmonized with the Sonoran Desert environment. From its inception, Quail Creek emphasized desert-friendly landscaping, open common areas, and a community-centered lifestyle. Over the past three decades, Quail Creek has preserved its original vision—pristine fairways, resort-grade amenities, and social connectivity—while continually updating clubhouses, adding new clubs, and enhancing recreation facilities to meet the evolving interests of active adults.

What to Love

Championship Golf: The Quail Creek Golf Course—an 18-hole Rees Jones design—features Bermuda fairways, strategic bunkers, and breathtaking Santa Rita Mountain views.
Resort-Style Recreation Centers: Two clubhouses (Quail Creek Country Club & Canoa Ranch Recreation Center) with heated lap pools, fitness studios, hobby and craft rooms, and billiards.
Vibrant Club Culture: Over 60 clubs—ranging from ceramics, line dancing, and water aerobics to hiking, bridge, and volunteer groups—ensuring year-round social engagement.
Desert Hiking & Wildlife: Direct access to Saguaro National Park’s western district and Madera Canyon Trails for birdwatching and panoramic desert vistas.
Convenient Location: Minutes from I-19—providing quick access to Banner – University Medical Center South, The Marketplace at Continental Ranch, and cultural attractions in Tucson.

Local Lifestyle

Weekends in Quail Creek often begin with a sunrise round of golf at the Quail Creek Golf Course, where manicured Bermuda fairways wind through desert washes and blooming wildflowers beneath the Santa Rita Mountains. After golf, many residents head to the Quail Creek Country Club for a lap in the heated outdoor pool or a yoga class in the fitness studio. Nature lovers explore nearby Saguaro National Park’s western district for scenic hikes among giant cacti and desert wildlife.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

For lunch, neighbors often drive into the Marketplace at Continental Ranch—just ten minutes north—sampling Southwestern-inspired dishes at Wildflower Café or fresh seafood at Culinary Dropout. In the afternoon, art aficionados visit the Tucson Museum of Art or browse specialty boutiques at the Santa Rita Springs Shopping Center. For a quick coffee break, Foothills Coffee serves freshly roasted beans just off Old Nogales Highway.

Things to Do

As the sun sets, Quail Creek’s social calendar comes alive. Join friends for a pottery workshop in the hobby studio at the Canoa Ranch Recreation Center, or test your skills at the bocce courts overlooking desert vistas. On cooler winter evenings, head into downtown Green Valley to catch a performance at the Green Valley Community Theatre or enjoy live music under the stars at the annual GV Rec Summer Concert Series. Whether you’re exploring desert trails, pursuing creative hobbies, or attending club events, Quail Creek offers endless opportunities to live, explore, and connect—no matter the season.

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