Trail Dust Town
3 Stars | Old West Theme Park with FREE Admission
Overview
Tier Rating: 3 STARS (Good Addition)
Kid Appeal: 5/5 stars
A recreated 1880s Old West town with FREE admission! Wild West stunt shows, mini train, ferris wheel, gold panning, and shops. Evening-focused (opens 5 PM most attractions).
Key Details
- Address: 6541 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson AZ 85715
- Hours: Courtyard 8 AM - 11 PM | Rides/shows after 5 PM (Thu-Sun)
- Cost: FREE admission, rides $3 each
- Parking: FREE
- Time Needed: 1-2 hours
- Distance from Rillito Park: 8 miles, 15 min
Attractions
- Pistoleros Wild West Show - Fri-Sun at 7 PM & 8 PM (gunfights, comedy, stunts!)
- CP Huntington Railroad - mini train, 5-9 PM nightly
- Circle-the-Wagons Ferris Wheel - Thu-Sun after 5 PM
- Gold panning ($3), shooting gallery ($0.50)
What Kids Will Love (Ages 6 & 9)
- Wild West stunt show is a huge hit with kids
- Train ride through the town
- Gold panning - keep what you find!
- Old-timey photo ops
Pro Tips
- Best visited evening (5-8 PM range)
- Stunt show on Fri/Sat/Sun only
- Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse on-site for adults wanting steak
Useful Links
Nearby Attractions
Sabino Canyon
Desert canyon nearby
Saguaro National Park East
Giant cacti
Nearby Restaurants
Pinnacle Peak
Steakhouse on-site!
Eegee's
Multiple locations nearby