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What you are reading: Tourism in Elgin, Arizona This Weekend
Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Q: What is the area surrounding Elgin, Arizona known as?
- A: The area surrounding Elgin, Arizona, is often referred to as the Mountain Empire, with the Santa Rita Mountains in the west, the Patagonia Mountains to the southwest, the Whetstone Mountains in the east, and the Hauchuca Mountains in the southeast.
- Q: What can be found between the mountain ranges near Elgin?
- A: Between the mountain ranges lie rolling hills and several different vineyards.
- Q: Why are Elgin's wineries a good day trip destination from Tucson?
- A: The wineries of Elgin are located around an hour away from Tucson, making them a great day trip destination during a visit to the city.
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