Ventana Canyon

Discover Ventana Canyon—Tucson’s scenic 55+ enclave nestled in the Catalina Foothills, featuring resort-style amenities, championship golf, vibrant clubs, and easy access to desert trails just minutes from downtown.

Welcome to Ventana Canyon

Your 55+ Lifestyle Destination

Ventana Canyon is a prestigious 55+ community situated within the renowned Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, offering homeowners an upscale desert-luxury lifestyle against the dramatic backdrop of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Residents enjoy access to two Arnold Palmer–designed, 18-hole championship golf courses—Monument and Mountain—while custom-built single-level homes and private casitas blend seamlessly into the surrounding desert landscape.

Beyond golf, Ventana Canyon’s Recreation Center features heated pools, state-of-the-art fitness studios, a spa, and multiple hobby rooms for arts, crafts, and lapidary work. With over 50 clubs—ranging from hiking and photography to wine tasting and yoga—neighbors form lasting connections while embracing an active, enriched lifestyle. Ideally located off Skyline Drive, Ventana Canyon offers quick access to Oro Valley’s medical centers, upscale dining at La Encantada, and cultural attractions in downtown Tucson, effortlessly combining resort-grade living with modern conveniences.

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Ventana Canyon’s roots date back to the early 1980s when the resort first introduced desert golf to the Catalina Foothills. The 55+ community began developing in the late 1990s within the resort’s master plan, emphasizing mountain vistas and low-maintenance desert architecture. Over the past two decades, Ventana Canyon has preserved its legacy of luxury and quality—continually updating recreation facilities, expanding club offerings, and maintaining its original vision of upscale, desert-inspired living.

What to Love

Championship Golf: Two Arnold Palmer–designed courses—Mountain and Monument—featuring elevated tees, sculpted fairways, and panoramic Catalina views.
Resort-Style Recreation: Full access to Loews Ventana Canyon Resort’s pools, fitness center, spa, and multiple hobby studios for painting, ceramics, and lapidary.
Desert Trails & Wildlife: Direct entry to Sabino Canyon and Catalina State Park for hiking, birdwatching, and scenic vistas.
Vibrant Club Culture: Over 50 clubs—including bridge, water aerobics, photography, and volunteer organizations—that keep the calendar full year-round.
Prime Location: Minutes from Loft Cinema’s independent films in downtown Tucson, upscale shopping at La Encantada, and top-tier healthcare at Banner University Medical Center.

Local Lifestyle

Mornings in Ventana Canyon often begin with a round on the Arnold Palmer–designed courses, where sweeping fairways wind through rugged desert canyons beneath towering saguaros. After golf, many residents head to the resort’s heated pools or book a rejuvenating spa treatment amid the canyon walls. For hiking enthusiasts, the nearby Sabino Canyon and Catalina State Park offer miles of scenic desert trails and wildlife encounters.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

For lunch, neighbors often make the short drive to La Encantada for farm-to-table fare at CRU Wine Bar & Cellar or Southwestern-inspired dishes at Seis Kitchen. In the afternoon, art aficionados explore the Tucson Museum of Art downtown, or browse boutique shops and specialty stores along the historic Fourth Avenue. For casual bites closer to home, Grandeur Café in Oro Valley serves freshly baked pastries and sandwiches.

Things to Do

As the sun sets, Ventana Canyon’s social scene comes alive. Join fellow residents for a watercolor workshop in the loaned pottery studio at the Recreation Center, or test your swing at the on-site bocce courts overlooking the canyon. On cooler winter nights, catch live music at the Tucson Convention Center or stargaze at the Dorran Science Center. Whether you’re enjoying a desert sunrise hike or attending a club potluck under the stars, Ventana Canyon offers endless opportunities to live, explore, and connect—no matter the season.

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