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Parks and Recreation

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation is committed to a quality parks and recreation system that delivers high-quality parks, trails and recreation programs, facilities, and events for all residents, while contributing to the quality of life of the Town of Oro Valley.

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Reserve a Ramada

For information about the Parks Bond Project, view our Parks Bond Project Details page.

View the 2022 Summer Program Guide(PDF, 5MB)

Facilities

Online Services - Reservations, Rentals, Memberships and more!

Save time and do it online! Oro Valley Parks and Recreation offers many services online. Reservations, rentals and some memberships. Click on the links below to learn more!

To browse our list of programs and classes, click here.

Apply for Youth Scholarship Funds

The Town of Oro Valley has a scholarship fund to make recreation programs more accessible to OV youth in financially constrained households. The scholarship program is made possible through donations from individuals who participate in either OV Water Utility's Round-Up program and by lump sum donations. Fundraising events sponsored by OV Parks & Recreation also support the scholarship program.

Dedication/Donation

Honor the special people and events in your life and provide lasting beautification to our parks! The Town of Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Department welcomes gifts and donations from individuals, clubs or corporations. Celebrate a birth, a wedding, an anniversary, honor the memory of a loved one, or commemorate the accomplishments of a friend or colleague.

Register for a Community & Recreation Center Membership Online

Are you looking to register for a Community Center membership? You've landed in the right spot!

Register for a Metal Detecting Membership

Find hidden treasures buried beneath the ground of Oro Valley! This page will give you step-by-step instructions on how to obtain a metal detecting membership in Oro Valley.

Register for an Aquatic Center Membership Online

Become a member of the Oro Valley Aquatic Center, a competition-ready and family-friendly facility for guests of all ages. The Aquatic Center is open year-round with an average water temperature of 80 degrees.

Register for an Archery Membership

Bullseye! Become a member at the Oro Valley Archery Range at Naranja Park. We offer annual memberships that allow access to the fixed range and the east and west walking courses (28 targets). This page contains step-by-step instructions for completing this process online.

Reserve a Ramada

Host your next birthday party, company picnic, sporting or special event at one of our park ramadas.

Reserve an Athletic Field

This page contains step-by-step instructions for reserving an athletic field at a Town of Oro Valley park. The Town has 6 rectangular fields, 4 softball fields and 3 baseball fields. Fields can be reserved at James D. Kriegh Park, Naranja Park and Riverfront Park.

Reserve Steam Pump Ranch

Have your party or special event at the Ranch, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Parks & Recreation Events

Naranja Park Groundbreaking Ceremony

31 May 2022 The Town of Oro Valley is ready to break ground on the Naranja Park Expansion Project, a multi-million-dollar investment that will bring new amenities to this already established park.

Naranja Park, 810 W Naranja Drive, Oro Valley 85737

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National Trails Day Night Hike

04 Jun 2022 Bring your flashlight and head out to Catalina State Park to celebrate National Trails Day! The event will take place on June 4 and boots will be on the trail at 7:30 p.m. In addition to the hike, Catalina State Park will be hosting a concert starting at 6:00 p.m., so make sure to come early and enjoy the show before the hike! This is a family friendly hike for individuals 8 years and up.

Catalina State Park, 11570 N Oracle Road, Oro Valley 85737

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Movies on the Lawn

18 Jun 2022 Join us for our summer movie series at the Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center. The movies take place on a large inflatable screen May - August on the third Saturday of the month.

Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N La Canada Dr., 85737

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Round Up at the Ranch 5K 2022

19 Jun 2022 This seventh annual summer 5k will take place along the multi-use path, beginning at Steam Pump Ranch, and will include snacks, water, watermelon, and a water balloon toss. This race will take place along the multi-use path, beginning at Steam Pump Ranch and going toward Catalina State Park.

Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N Oracle Road, 85737

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Halloween Spooktacular

28 Oct 2022 The Spooktacular is back at the Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center this year! This Halloween themed event features games, crafts and a trick or treat lane hosted by local businesses giving away candy!

10555 N La Canada Dr., 85737

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Ninth Annual Hot Cocoa 5K Run/Walk

01 Jan 2023 Join the Town of Oro Valley as we kick off 2023 with the eighth annual Hot Cocoa 5k run/walk on Saturday, January 1! The race will take place along the multi-use path, beginning at Steam Pump Ranch, and will include snacks, water and of course, hot cocoa.

Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N Oracle Road, 85737

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Men's Health Month -- June

MEN'S HEALTH MONTH PARKS & RECREATION ACTIVITIES

June 4 – 7:00 p.m. at Catalina State Park

National Trails Day evening hike of Catalina State Park led by staff. The hike will take the Canyon Loop Trail, roughly 2.5-mile round trip. A Snack will be provided for all who attend. Click here to learn more!

June 11 – 8:00 a.m. – Noon at Steam Pump Ranch

2^nd Saturday Father’s Day craft in conjunction with the Heirloom Famer’s Market. Click here to learn more!

June 17 – All Day

Wear Blue Day. In support of colon cancer awareness, we encourage everyone to Wear Blue to support the cause.

June 19 – 6:00 a.m. at Steam Pump Ranch

The Round up at the Ranch 5k, discount of $5 off registration by using the promo code “MENSHEALTH” at time of registration. Click here to learn more!

June 25 & 26 – All Day at the Community & Recreation Center and Oro Valley Aquatic Center

Free access for use of the Town’s Community & Recreation Center as well as the Oro Valley Aquatic Center.

Historic Preservation and Cultural Resources

The purpose of Oro Valley's Historic Preservation Program is to facilitate public knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the Town’s historic past, promote better awareness of its architectural and cultural history, and foster civic and neighborhood pride so that future generations will have the opportunity to appreciate and understand Oro Valley's unique cultural heritage.

Click here to learn more about the Historic Preservation Program.

Golf and Tennis

Oro Valley is a mecca for golf and tennis. The Town of Oro Valley's Parks and Recreation Department is home to two magnificent golf courses, the El Conquistador Golf and El Conquistador Tennis run our respective golf and tennis programs.

For more information check out their websites:

Parks

Cañada del Oro Shared Use Path

The Cañada del Oro (CDO) Shared Use Path is a 4 mile paved path along the banks of the CDO Wash. This vehicle-free path is suitable for hiking, running, walking, roller blades, and strollers, and provides an outlet for recreation as well as an option for alternate mode commuting.

Honey Bee Canyon Park

Step into the past and explore the wonders of Honey Bee Canyon Park. Experience the Sonoran Desert and discover petroglyphs and other cultural treasures. The park includes three miles of hiking trails, a historic rock dam and rentable ramadas.

James D. Kriegh Park

Nestled in the shadow of Pusch Ridge, James D. Kriegh Park (JDK Park) is a fixture in the Oro Valley Community. The park features ballfields, mature trees, a playground, racquetball courts and a dog park. JDK Park is home to the Oro Valley Aquatic Center.

Naranja Park

Naranja Park is home to the Oro Valley Archery Range, includes trails
an off leash dog park, a playground, ramadas with picnic tables and competition-ready multi-use fields.

Riverfront Park

Canada del Oro Riverfront Park is located in the heart of Oro Valley and includes walking trails, tennis and basketball courts, shaded playground equipment as well as an equestrian staging area. There is something for everyone at Riverfront Park.

Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve

Town of Oro Valley announced the final settlement agreement and purchase of the former Vistoso Golf Course, of which 202 acres will be preserved as natural open space for public use.

West Lambert Lane Park

West Lambert Lane Park is the perfect introduction to Sonoran Desert hiking. Enjoy a walk with your dog on the natural trails. Dust off the metal detector and search for hidden treasure. Pull out your binoculars and spot a plucky Phainopepla or Vermilion Flycatcher. Trails range from .25 to .5 miles in length.

Hiking and Biking in Oro Valley

Hiking and Oro Valley Trails

Oro Valley has a dynamic trail system for hikers, bikers, inline skaters, runners, equestrians and other users.

Biking in Oro Valley

The Town of Oro Valley has an extensive inventory of bicycle facilities, including bicycle routes, multipurpose lanes, shared use paths and trails.

Needs Assessment and Master Plan documents

The purpose of the Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment and Master Plan is to offer strategies and operational policies that provide guidance in order to meet the needs of current and future Oro Valley residents.

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Community Interest and Opinion Survey - May 2020(PDF, 9MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Online Survey - Presentation to PRAB - May 2020(PDF, 1MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Phase One - Needs Assessment - May 2020(PDF, 6MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Presentation to PRAB - October 20 2020(PDF, 19MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update - Public Presentation - November 12 2020(PDF, 19MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Project Timeline - November 12 2020(PDF, 409KB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Draft Concept Plans - Presentation to PRAB - November 17 2020(PDF, 12MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Virtual Public Meeting - January 7 2021

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Presentation to PRAB - January 19, 2021(PDF, 16MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Presentation to PRAB - February 9, 2021(PDF, 2MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Presentation to Town Council - March 3, 2021(PDF, 24MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan Project Timeline Updated - March 8, 2021(PDF, 64KB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Project Priorities Direction - from PRAB meeting of March 23, 2021(PDF, 49KB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Project Priorities Direction with Possible Funding Sources - from PRAB meeting of March 23, 2021(PDF, 63KB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan Project Timeline Updated - March 24, 2021(PDF, 36KB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Virtual Public Meeting - March 30, 2021(PDF, 7MB)

Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Final Draft - April 13, 2021(PDF, 63MB)

Park Maps and Other Documents

Bicycling
File				Additional Notes
Oro Valley bike map 2017(PDF, 403KB)				August 2017
Oro Valley Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan(PDF, 13MB)				1999
CDO Riverfront Park
File				Additional Notes
CDO Riverfront Park Map(PDF, 363KB)
Hiking
File				Additional Notes
Adopt A Trail Brochure(PDF, 790KB)
Oro Valley trails map 2016(PDF, 408KB)				February 2016
Oro Valley Trails Task Force Report(PDF, 300KB)				2002
Historic Preservation
File				Additional Notes
Environmentally Sensitive Lands(PDF, 158KB)				Final draft January 2011
Oro Valley Historic Preservation Brochure(PDF, 3MB)				Created 2014
Oro Valley Preservation Plan Final 2015(PDF, 515KB)
Rock Art, Ranch, and Residence: Cultural Resources in Oro Valley(PDF, 12MB)				Cultural resources survey-2010
Steam Pump Ranch Master Plan update(PDF, 687KB)				April 2015
Honey Bee Canyon Park
File				Additional Notes
Honey Bee Canyon Park Map(PDF, 452KB)				Includes view of ramadas
Honey Bee Canyon Park trails(PDF, 2MB)				May 2015
Honey Bee Village
File				Additional Notes
Honey Bee Village Historic Preservation Plan(PDF, 2MB)				2007
Honey Bee Village Schematic Plan Map(PDF, 2MB)				2007
James D. Kriegh Park
File				Additional Notes
James D. Kriegh Park Conceptual Design(PDF, 2MB)				August 2015
James D. Kriegh Map(PDF, 468KB)
Master Plan and Needs Assessment Documents
File				Additional Notes
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Community Interest and Opinion Survey - May 2020(PDF,9MB)
Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Phase One - Needs Assessment
Naranja Park
File				Additional Notes
Naranja Park Archery courses map (all 3 courses)(PDF,2MB)
Naranja Park Archery - East Walking Course and Distances Map(PDF, 2MB)				April 2013
Naranja Park Archery Range Fixed Range Distances(PDF,17KB)
Naranja Park Archery - West Walking Course map(PDF, 396KB)
Naranja Park Map(PDF, 599KB)				January 2020
Naranja Park Trails Map 2016(PDF, 1MB)				April 2016
Oro Valley & Recreation Community Center
File				Additional Notes
Community Center Map(PDF, 547KB)
Oro Valley Aquatic Center
File				Additional Notes
Parking Map
Steam Pump Ranch
File				Additional Notes
Steam Pump Ranch Application/Rules and Regulations
Steam Pump Ranch Conditional Building Assessment Report(PDF, 12MB)
Steam Pump Ranch Map(PDF, 599KB)
Steam Pump Ranch Master Plan Final Draft(PDF, 24MB)
Steam Pump Ranch Master Plan update(PDF, 687KB)				April 2015
Steam Pump Ranch Task Force Recommendations(PDF, 73KB)				2008
West Lambert Lane Park
File				Additional Notes
West Lambert Lane Park Trail Map(PDF, 1MB)
Administration/Other Info
File				Additional Notes
Drone Safety and Info(PDF, 42KB)				May 2017
Oro Valley/Marana Outdoor Recreation Brochure & Map(PDF, 2MB)				Print Version
Oro Valley Park Rules(PDF, 35KB)				Revised June 2016
Parks and Recreation Program Guide Spring 2020(PDF, 7MB)				Print Version
Pusch Ridge Map(PDF, 598KB)				January 2020
Round-Up for Youth Recreation Scholarship Information Card(PDF, 2MB)				December 2014
Round-Up for Youth Recreation Scholarship Pledge Cancellation Card(PDF, 1MB)				April 2015
Round-Up for Youth Recreation Scholarship Pledge Card(PDF, 1MB)				April 2015

Community Academy

Cancellation Policy

Program, Field, and Facility Reservation Cancellations:

Cancellation of a registered program or activity, or a reservation of a field or facility may be done anytime from the time of registration/reservation until 72 hours before the date of use with no penalty. Registrations or reservations cancelled within 72 hours of the date of use will incur a $12 cancellation fee taken from the refund/credit amount of the registration or reservation. No refunds/credits will be given after the start of the registration or reservation date. In the event of inclement weather, refunds/credits will be applied if the Parks and Recreation Office is contacted the day after the reservation.

For all account changes please contact Oro Valley Parks & Recreation please contact 520-544-1900, or recreation@orovalleyaz.gov.