 |
Catalina
is located in Pima County in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains in the valley formed by the Canada del Oro Wash. The wash, whose name means "Canyon of Gold," was named by Jesuit missionaries who mined gold along its' banks. The town is situated just 12 miles from Tucson and about 123 miles south of Phoenix at the 3,000-foot elevation level. The retirement communities of Sun City Tucson and SaddleBrook are located nearby. This area is generally 5-10 degrees cooler and with 50 percent more rainfall than nearby Tucson. The combination of clean air, clear skies and no city lights makes for spectacular stargazing. Hiking and horseback riding trails are available in nearby Catalina State Park and the Coronado National Forest, and ancient artifacts and petroglyphs of the Hohokam Indians are abundant throughout the area. There are many scenic attractions within a short drive of Catalina; Picacho Peak State Park, Tohono Chul Park and the Saguaro National Monument. The San Xavier Museum, built in the early 1800s, offers a look at the Southwest's heritage. Other nearby attractions include the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Old Tucson Studio, where many movies have been filmed, and the Kitt Peak National Observatory.
Surrounding areas: Saddlebrooke, Arizona (3.2 mi), Mount Lemmon, Arizona (10.3 mi), Sabino Canyon, Arizona (14.0 mi), Marana, Arizona (15.8 mi), Tucson, Arizona (19.3 mi), Tanque Verde, Arizona (20.2 mi), Vail, Arizona (36.8 mi)
|
|
Catalina Vacation Rentals
|
|
|
|
|
|
Catalina Hotels and Resorts
|
|
|
| | | Hotels & Motels |
| Holiday Inn Express Suites | 10150 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 8.0 mi. | (520) 202-4000 | | Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort | 10000 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 8.2 mi. | (520) 544-5000 | | Country Inn & Suites | 7411 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 11.4 mi. | (520) 575-9255 | | Omni Tucson National Golf Resort & Spa | 2727 West Club Dr | Tucson, AZ | 11.6 mi. | (520) 297-2271 | | Westward Look Resort | 245 E Ina Rd | Tucson, AZ | 11.6 mi. | (520) 297-1151 | | Best Western Innsuites Hotel | 6201 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 12.9 mi. | (800) 554-4535 | | Sun Hotel | 401 W Lavery Ln | Tucson, AZ | 12.9 mi. | (520) 742-2689 | | Westin La Paloma | 3800 E Sunrise | Tucson, AZ | 13.0 mi. | (520) 742-6000 | | Towneplace Suites | 405 W Rudasill Rd | Tucson, AZ | 13.1 mi. | (800) 257-3000 | | Hampton Inn & Suites | 5950 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 13.2 mi. | (520) 618-8000 | | La Posada Lodge & Casitas | 5900 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 13.3 mi. | (520) 887-4800 | | Intown Suites Tucson | 4314 W Ina Rd | Tucson, AZ | 13.8 mi. | (520) 572-2300 | | Days Inn & Suites | 8370 N Cracker Barrel Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.0 mi. | (520) 744-6677 | | Holiday Inn Express | 8373 Cracker Barrel Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.0 mi. | (520) 572-4777 | | La Quinta Inn & Suites | 6020 W Hospitality Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.0 mi. | (520) 572-4235 | | Motel 6 Tucson | 4630 W Ina Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.0 mi. | (520) 744-9300 | | Red Roof Inn | 4940 W Ina Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.2 mi. | (520) 744-8199 | | Travelodge | 4910 W Ina Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.2 mi. | (520) 744-3382 | | Windmill Inn At ST Philip's Plaza | 4250 N Campbell Ave | Tucson, AZ | 14.8 mi. | (520) 577-0007 | | Comfort Suites | 515 W Auto Mall Dr | Tucson, AZ | 14.9 mi. | (520) 888-6676 | | Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tucson Mall | 620 E Wetmore Rd | Tucson, AZ | 14.9 mi. | (520) 202-5000 | | North Campbell Suites Hotel | 2925 N Campbell Ave | Tucson, AZ | 16.6 mi. | (520) 323-7378 | | Extended Stay America | 5050 E Grant Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.4 mi. | (520) 797-9510 | | Ramada Limited Tucson West | 665 North Fwy | Tucson, AZ | 17.4 mi. | (520) 622-6491 | | Sheraton Hotel & Suites Tucson | 5151 East Grant Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.4 mi. | (520) 323-6262 | | Baymont Inn-Tucson N | 1560 W Grant Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.8 mi. | (520) 624-3200 | | Comfort Suites | 7007 E Tanque Verde Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.8 mi. | (520) 298-2300 | | Hampton Inn Tucson N | 1375 W Grant Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.8 mi. | (520) 206-0602 | | Quality Inn | 1365 W Grant Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.8 mi. | (520) 622-7791 | | Ramada Inn & Suites-foothills | 6944 E Tanque Verde Rd | Tucson, AZ | 17.8 mi. | (520) 886-9595 | | Vagabond Plaza Hotel | 1601 N Oracle Rd | Tucson, AZ | 18.2 mi. | (520) 740-0123 | | Flamingo Sun Hotel | 1300 N Stone | Tucson, AZ | 18.3 mi. | (520) 770-1910 | | Plaza Hotel & Conference Center | 1900 E Speedway Blvd | Tucson, AZ | 18.3 mi. | (520) 327-7341 | | Econo Lodge | 1165 N Stone Ave | Tucson, AZ | 18.4 mi. | (520) 622-7763 | | Super 8 Motel Tucson/Downtown/University Area | 1248 N Stone | Tucson, AZ | 18.4 mi. | (520) 622-6446 | | Econolodge-univ Of Arizona | 1136 N Stone Ave | Tuscon, AZ | 18.4 mi. | (800) 553-2666 | | Best Western Royal Sun Inn & Suites (a Resort Hotel) | 1015 N Stone Ave | Tucson, AZ | 18.6 mi. | (520) 622-8871 | | La Quinta Motor Inn #703tucson | 655 N Fwy | Tucson, AZ | 18.6 mi. | (520) 622-6491 | | Marriott University Park | 880 E 2ND St | Tucson, AZ | 18.6 mi. | (520) 792-4100 | | Radisson Suites Tucson | 6555 E Speedway Blvd | Tucson, AZ | 18.7 mi. | (520) 721-7100 |
|
Catalina Weather & Climate
|
|
|
|
Southern Arizona, near the Mexico border, has a desert climate, but is generally cooler and wetter than the central desert region due to its' higher elevation. Southern Arizona averages 11 inches of rain per year, but also experiences a high level of what is called evapotranspiration, or loss of water (evaporation.) Most of the rainfall occurs during the monsoon months of July and August. Flash floods are possible during the monsoon, and dramatic lightening is sometimes seen during this time. Summer temperatures often exceed 100 degrees F. Early summer has low humidity and clear skies; mid-to- late summer has higher humidity, cloudy skies and occasional rain. Winters are mild in southern Arizona, and the area generally averages one hard freeze per season. Snow is rare, but has been known to fall; usually just a light dusting that melts quickly.
|
| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
56°F |
35°F |
2.48 in. |
- |
| February |
59°F |
36°F |
2.60 in. |
- |
| March |
64°F |
39°F |
2.51 in. |
- |
| April |
72°F |
45°F |
0.91 in. |
- |
| May |
82°F |
53°F |
0.62 in. |
- |
| June |
91°F |
63°F |
0.40 in. |
- |
| July |
92°F |
66°F |
3.26 in. |
- |
| August |
89°F |
65°F |
4.09 in. |
- |
| September |
85°F |
61°F |
1.96 in. |
- |
| October |
76°F |
51°F |
2.01 in. |
- |
| November |
64°F |
40°F |
1.83 in. |
- |
| December |
56°F |
34°F |
2.25 in. |
- |
|
Catalina Map & Transportation
|
|
|
 |
|
|
| Click each thumbnail image to enlarge. |
 |
|
 |
 |
The closest airports in the area are the Marana Northwest Regional airport (AVQ) located about 18 miles west of Catalina in Marana, Arizona, the Pinal Airpark airport (MZJ) located approximately 23 miles west of Catalina in Marana, Arizona, the Tucson International airport (TUS) located roughly 26 miles south of Catalina in Tucson, Arizona, the San Carlos Apache airport (P13) located around 60 miles north of Catalina in Globe, Arizona, the San Carlos airport (4AZ7) located about 66 miles northeast of Catalina in San Carlos, Arizona, and finally the Williams Gateway airport (IWA) located approximately 70 miles northwest of Catalina in Phoenix, Arizona.
|
|
Catalina Attractions
|
|
|
| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Schnepf Farms | Queen Creek | AZ | 63.7 mi. | |
Notice a problem with the information on this page? Please notify us.
|
Disclaimer: We recommend you conduct your own research regarding all accomodations and attractions found on this website. The distances shown on this website are straight-line distances as the crow flies. The road distance may be considerably longer. You assume all liability for use of any information found on this website. No information is confirmed or warranted in any way. By using our services you agree to the terms and conditions of this disclaimer.
|
| We are the #1 site for your Arizona Vacation presenting Arizona vacation rentals, hotels, weather and map for each city. |
Arizona Vacation .org
©1997-2024 All Rights Reserved.
|
|