Saddlebrooke

Discover SaddleBrooke—Tucson’s premier 55+ community featuring desert mountain vistas, championship golf, resort-style recreation centers, vibrant clubs, and low-maintenance living just 30 minutes north of downtown Tucson.

Welcome to Saddlebrooke

Your 55+ Lifestyle Destination

SaddleBrooke is a master-planned active-adult community nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson. Launched in 1999, SaddleBrooke spans over 4,000 acres of gently rolling terrain with panoramic views, thoughtfully designed single-level homes, paired villas, and low-maintenance patio residences. The centerpiece is the SaddleBrooke Country Club, which offers two championship golf courses—Oro Valley and Catalina—designed to challenge and inspire players of every skill level.

Beyond golf, residents gather at four resort-style recreation centers—Rancho Vistoso, Sunset Canyon, Ocotillo, and MountainView—each featuring heated pools, fully equipped fitness studios, hobby and craft rooms, and social lounges. With more than 100 clubs and interest groups—from ceramics and watercolor painting to hiking, tennis, and volunteer programs—neighbors quickly form lasting friendships and stay active year-round. Located just off Oracle Road, SaddleBrooke provides easy access to Oro Valley’s shopping and medical centers, as well as downtown Tucson’s cultural attractions, striking a perfect balance between desert tranquility and urban convenience.

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SaddleBrooke opened its gates in 1999 as part of Del Webb’s vision for upscale 55+ living in the Tucson area. Designed to honor the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, the community’s architects emphasized open green spaces, desert-friendly landscaping, and sweeping mountain vistas. Over the past two decades, SaddleBrooke has maintained its original charm—preserving rugged desert buffers and native vegetation—while continually upgrading recreation facilities and social offerings to meet the evolving interests of active adults.

What to Love

Championship Golf: Two 18-hole courses—Oro Valley and Catalina—at SaddleBrooke Country Club, offering pristine greens and breathtaking mountain backdrops.
Resort-Style Recreation Centers: Four clubs with indoor/outdoor heated pools, fitness equipment, arts & crafts studios, and clubhouse lounges.
Desert Trails & Parks: Direct access to Santa Catalina Mountains trails for hiking, birdwatching, and mountain biking.
Vibrant Clubs & Activities: Over 100 clubs—from ceramics and woodworking to ballroom dancing and water aerobics—that keep the calendar full year-round.
Scenic Mountain Views: Panoramic vistas of Pusch Ridge and the Catalina Mountains from nearly every neighborhood lot.

Local Lifestyle

Weekdays at SaddleBrooke often begin with sunrise golf at the SaddleBrooke Country Club, where the Oro Valley and Catalina courses showcase sweeping fairways against the backdrop of the Catalina Mountains. After playing, many residents head to the Rancho Vistoso Recreation Center for a rejuvenating lap in the heated pool or a Pilates class overlooking lush desert landscaping. Nature lovers explore the scenic paths at Oro Valley Trails, spotting desert wildlife and wildflowers along the way.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

For lunch, neighbors gather at AFI Restaurant & Lounge in Oro Valley for Southwestern-inspired fare and spectacular mountain views. In the afternoon, SaddleBrooke residents head to Arizona Premier Pub & Grill in nearby Marana for casual pub classics, or they browse boutique shops at Roadrunners Flea Market on the outskirts of Tucson.

Things to Do

As the sun sets, SaddleBrooke comes alive with social opportunities. Join fellow residents for a pottery workshop in the hobby studio at the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, or challenge friends to a game of bocce at the courts adjacent to Ocotillo Recreation Center. On cooler winter evenings, drive 30 minutes into downtown Tucson for live music at Tucson Convention Center or catch a show at the historic Monterey Court. With its perfect blend of championship golf, resort-grade amenities, and vibrant social life, SaddleBrooke offers endless opportunities to live, explore, and connect—no matter the season.

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