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Benson, located within the San Pedro Valley in Southern
Arizona, serves as the western gateway to the scenic and
historic attractions of Cochise County and is the "Home of
Kartchner Caverns State Park". Our 3,585-foot elevation
creates a moderate climate, with summer highs around 96
degrees and winter days about 62 degrees. Located in the
historical San Pedro Valley, we offer proximity to both
Tucson (45 miles northwest) and Sierra Vista (30 miles
south). Benson offers a broad range of community
facilities.
Lions Park is equipped with
four tennis courts, two basketball courts, a baseball and
softball field, soccer fields, and a large playground.
Benson Public School’s offers
open gym with volleyball, weight lifting, and basketball
in the summer time as well. The school’s large football
field and track is also available for usage.
The
Turquoise Hills Family
Golf Center is an 18-hole executive course. It has a
triple green and a 5-tiered waterfall and has two "Full
Swing" golf simulators and a miniature golf course. A
brand new 18-hole, 7400 yard, championship course, called
"The San Pedro Golf Course" opened in Benson located on
the banks of the San Pedro River. The golf course
stretches out to 7313 yards from the tips and there are
five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all skill
levels. The golf course also features the Ironwood Grill
and a Pro Golf Shop.
Benson Bowling Alley, located
just off Exit 303 on 1190 W 4th St, is home to both
leisure and league bowlers.
Benson Public Library, is
4,800 square feet offering a wide range of media and
resources for all types of needs.
Benson Senior Nutritional
Center provides educational seminars, socialization
programs and recreational activities for members.
See a Visual Tour of
Beautiful Cochise County!
The local Arts and History
Museum contains displays of settlers and early cultures.
The museum's gift shop stocks the work of local artists
and craftspeople, including ceramic pieces and paintings.
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