Bats, Bass and BikesAs a privately owned desert landscape of over 350 acres, Ruby offers a highly specialized, intimate experience for those drawn to its history and mystery. Here's an idea of what you can expect to do once you arrive:
-Tour the ghost town -Go fishing in Mineral Lake (BASS!) -Camp on the tailings (mine-speak for sand) -Stargaze, bring a telescope! -Watch 150,000 migratory bats emerge to feed -Make a film -Get married -Take photos Watch bikers tour Ruby!
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-Hike the Cacti Walk
-Birdwatch -Go barefoot -Make a chili chocolate s'more -Mountain bike -Volunteer to be Caretaker for a Week -Paddle board -Put up a hammock. Test it with a nap. -Read a copy of Mining, Mayhem and Murder -Explore the museum -Paint en plein air -Check out the cemetery -$15pp (>13yrs): #s 20+= $13pp -Group permit page pre-available for signatures Base Camp-If you're still antsy after scraping down the Ruby list, here are some highlights nearby to enjoy: - Coronado National Forest (In our backyard) -Sycamore Canyon - Montana Peak -California Gulch -Arivaca Lake -Buenos Aires Wildlife Refuge in Arivaca |
HoursThurs.- Sun. 9am - dusk
Permit required to enter gate. |
Telephonewebsite / email
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rubysantacruzaz@gmail.com
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