Discover Benson – Your “Home Away From Home”

Benson proudly offers the amenities travelers need, including RV parks, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, local services, and more. Plus, it is home to world-class attractions such as Arizona’s largest living cave system and the Western movie set used for the movie “Tombstone” and 100 other classic Westerns. Amid picturesque mountains and river valley views, the area provides opportunities for golfing, photography, picnicking, hiking, camping, bird watching, rock hunting and more!

Plus, our temperate weather makes it an ideal “hometown” for winter visitors.

Benson’s roots trace back to its origins as a Butterfield stage stop in the land of the legendary Apaches Cochise and Geronimo. In 1880, the Southern Pacific opened a railroad hub, a pivotal moment that connected the vibrant towns of Bisbee and Tombstone, with their colorful characters, to the rest of the world. Today, the community still serves as a gateway to southern Arizona’s historic and scenic sites.