The Sweetwater Preserve is located in the eastern foothills of the Tucson Mountains. Acquisition of this 695-acre property protects a key segment of the Sweetwater Wash that connects Tucson Mountain Park to the Santa Cruz River, as well as habitat for numerous species, saguaro studded slopes, and a recreational area for hikers and horseback riders. Date Acquired: June 25, 2004 Cost: $11,733,653 Acres: 695 Price Per Acre: $16,882 Type: Fee Bond Category: Community Open Space Additional reports: Sweetwater Management Plan |
Photo by Debbie Hecht |