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Top 8 Things to do in Oracle, United States
Oracle in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks. Discover best things to do in Oracle with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Arizona Zipline Adventures
Overall Ratings
5 based on 171 reviews
Experience the Santa Catalina Mountains in a way that has not been done before! Whether you decide to zip or hike, the Sonoran Desert is an incredible environment that is calling your name! We offer light hiking trails, gold panning, teambuilding activities, and a Zipline EcoTour. Our Zipline EcoTour allows you to zip on 5 different spans ranging in length from 400 to 1,500 ft. and lasts approximately 2 hours. We also offer a full kitchen serving up burgers, sandwiches, and a Saturday morning breakfast buffet. **RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE ZIPLINE**
Reviewed By Pamela M
My husband and I are newly weds and he's new to Arizona. My mother (68 years old) told me she had a blast ziplining and referred us to AZA. Singing up and paying was easy and convenient. We were able to rent a Go pro...MoreCongratulations on your Nuptials, and thank you for the wonderful review; we are happy to hear you had a good time and I will pass along this great review to Jasmine, Maddy, and Carl. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
2. Biosphere 2
Overall Ratings
4 based on 978 reviews
Visitors can observe nature in a controlled state at this world-famous steel and glass research center where desert, forest, ocean and other ecosystems are monitored and studied.
Reviewed By AdventurousRetirees - Lone Tree, Colorado
You have to see this place to really appreciate the scope of it: there's a rainforest, ocean, and desert area. It was built in the 1980's to develop and research self-sustaining space-colonization technology. Eight scientists spent 2 years sealed inside the biosphere. It would have been interesting to see more on that: for example, a typical day's meals since they had to farm and harvest everything they ate. There was living quarters of one person to be seen - interesting to contemplate that much time sealed within a 3 acre facility. Highly recommend a guided tour as that allows you to see the entire complex. There is walking and stairs, so wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket as a couple of the indoor exhibits are cold. A small cafe provides reasonably priced snacks and drinks. We spent about 4 hours total here.
3. Oracle State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Oracle State Park is a 4,000 acre wildlife refuge in the northern foothills of the Catalina Mountains. The park offers day-use picnic areas and over 15 miles of trails for use by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. A section of the Arizona Trail crosses through the park. And it is a designated International Dark Sky Park. Oracle State Park also serves as a Center for Environmental Education and provides programming for all ages. Interactive programs for school groups are offered by reservation. These programs are conducted along trails, so students learn about habitat and the interrelationships between plants, animals, and people.
Reviewed By Britt B - Tucson, Arizona
Decided to escape the heat in Tucson and do some early hiking in Oracle State Park.
The weather was perfect, peaceful and quiet on this Saturday morning. The view was great from every angle of the hike. I only met one other hiker on the Nature Trail Loop and the Wildlife Corridor Trail.
After the hike I did a self guided tour of the Kannally Ranch, a very interesting and informative tour full of local history. I will be back again for more hiking.
4. Sue & Jerry's Trading Post
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Britt B - Tucson, Arizona
This is not your typical trading post that primarily caters to the tourist crowd with it's over inflated prices and the usual souvenirs. Sue and Jerry's Trading Post has something for everyone.This is a fun place to wander around and check out hundreds of various items. There is an assortment of things both inside and outside the place, even up in the driveway. There is also a gallery to the right of the main building.
Since I collect ironwood, there were two pieces I decided to buy. It was a very good deal, and I only had to polish them up lightly. Without a doubt next time I will spend a lot more time at this Trading Post.
5. C.O.D. Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By TaylorP61 - New York City, New York
A it off the Beaten path,... about an hour North of Tucson,.. Rooms were Fully Furnished with Linens and Towels. Barn ( Main Facility for Class to be held) had excellent sound system and set up,... with Beverage service. Dining Room with a breathtaking view. Each Room with Private bath and hot Shower, and not to mention the refreshing pool... there were too many Stars to count from the Beautiful Arizona Sky,.. but I would definitely recommend this place to any one wanting to hold business seminars, retreats,.. Large Family gatherings,.. Interfaith groups,... on and on and on,... very impressive
6. Oracle Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ivgotit2 - Oracle, Arizona
The libarary is clean, well lit and has a large variety of books, and periodicals. It has a section for children to use computers as well as several computers for adults free of charge. Travelers can get a guest pass. It has a gazebo with a picnic table. It has interesting artwork on the exterior walls on the property representing the area. It has a notice board. It is an excellent place to go to get more information about the Oracle area.
7. Acadia Ranch Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
The Oracle Historical Society preserves artifacts and properties to educate and to encourage appreciation of the unique cultural-historical heritage of the community of Oracle and surrounding areas. The Acadia Ranch houses the OHS museum containing historical items and displays related to the area. OHS also owns and manages the American Flag Ranch. Normally, hours are Saturdays 1 to 5 p.m. with extended hours for special exhibits. All tours are free, donations welcome. Please call to confirm open hours before arrival. Call 520-896-9609 to arrange tours of any OHS property. Acadia Ranch: built 1882 by Edwin S. and Lillian Dodge. It served as a boarding house, guest ranch house, and later as a tuberculosis sanitarium. It is now on the National Register of Historic Places. American Flag Ranch: In the late 1870s Isaac Lorraine of Martinique began mining near the present day town of Oracle in Pinal County. He developed the American Flag Mine, as well as the American Flag cattle ranch. It served as a territorial post office between 1880 and 1890 and is believed to be the oldest existing Territorial post office in the state that is still standing. The Arizona Trail has a stop at the ranch. It is now on the National Register of Historic Places. Call ahead to arrange a tour.
Reviewed By casaahha - Oro Valley, Arizona
We enjoyed very much our visit to the Acadia Ranch Museum that is operated by the Oracle Historical Society. Oracle started as ranches and then TB center. They have gathered a wide collection of photos and old objects from the area. Buffalo Bill Cody even had a ranch and tried a mine here. The historian/building manager, Chuck Sternberg, spoke with us for quite awhile to give us further insight on what a small town can do to preserve their history.
Open briefly on Thursday and Saturday. Admission is free but donations are welcomed and needed.
8. American Flag Ranch
In the late 1870s Isaac Lorraine developed the American Flag Mine, as well as the American Flag cattle ranch. The American Flag Post Office opened here on 12/28/1880 and closed on 7/16/1890. The American Flag Ranch is believed to be the oldest existing Territorial post office in the state that is still standing. It is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
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