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As of September 11, 2020 - The Community & Recreation Center will reopen on Monday, September 28. For additional information, please click on the yellow "Recreation Facilities Reopening Details" button below.

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.

Recreation Facilities Reopening Details - UPDATED 9/15/20 Browse or Register for Classes and Programs

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! At this time, online registration for Aquatic Center and Community and Recreation Center memberships are not available. If you would like to find out more information about these memberships, click on one of the following links: Aquatic Center | Community and Recreation Center

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 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.

Recreation Facility Closures and Changes per Governor's Executive Order - JUNE 29, 2020

UPDATE JULY 27, 2020: Today, July 27, marks 30 days since Governor Ducey's executive order pausing operations of gyms, which closed the Community and Recreation Center. On July 23, 2020 Governor Doug Ducey extended this executive order pausing operations on gyms. The pause of these operations will be reviewed for repeal or revision every two weeks. We will continue to communicate any updates as they arise. If you have any questions please feel free to reach us at 520-544-1900 (option 3) or recreation@orovalleyaz.gov. To view the Governor's full press release, click here.

As part of continued efforts to reverse the trend of COVID-19 spread in Arizona, Governor Doug Ducey signed an ex ecutive order today (6/29/20) that will require the Oro Valley Community and Recreation Center to close effective 8 p.m. tonight, June 29, 2020. Per the executive order, the Community and Recreation Center must remain closed for at least 30 days with a targeted reopen in one month. Additional information will be provided when a date has been determined. The Oro Valley Aquatic Center will remain open with current precautionary measures in place. Please see details below:

Oro Valley Community and Recreation Center
All memberships will be paused beginning June 30, 2020. No membership fees will be charged until the center reopens. For any membership questions, please call the front desk at 520-544-1900 option 3.

Oro Valley Aquatic Center
The Aquatic Center will remain open with current precautionary measures in place. For more information on these precautionary measures, please click here. Reminder, lap lanes must be reserved online and can be done so here.

Pool at Oro Valley Community and Recreation Center
The Community and Recreation Center pool re-opened on July 20, 2020. For hours, details and online reservation info, please click here.

Tennis and Pickleball Courts at the Oro Valley Community and Recreation Center
Tennis and pickleball courts will remain open to the public on a first come first served basis. The indoor facility will be closed, including the restrooms so please plan accordingly. Reservations will not be taken at this time. For information about lessons and clinics, please contact El Conquistador Tennis at 520-229-5372. Please remember that private lessons are not permitted on the tennis courts.
NOTE: Lights will be remain on until 10 p.m. Monday - Sunday

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 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.

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 - Phase One - Needs Assessment - May 2020(PDF, 6MB)