Nestled in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains outside Oracle, Arizona, YMCA Triangle Y Ranch has a fifty-year tradition of nurturing growth in boys and girls. Just 40 miles north of Tucson at an elevation of 5000 feet, the camp covers 400 acres within the Coronado National Forest. It offers a unique outdoor experience that includes hiking on nature trails, horseback riding, swimming, archery, arts and crafts, camping and so much more. Children and teens enjoy a sense of adventure and exploration, while under the guidance of experienced YMCA staff.
 

The entire Oracle area has a rich history of mining and ranching. At one time, the Campo Bonito mine, 2 miles away, was one of the richest in all the state. Those who didn't work in the mines, worked on one of the many ranches in the area. Mrs. Elizabeth Lambert Woods, an author of children's books, originally settled on the land where the camp is now located. Here she raised cattle and horses and a small garden to help her live on while she wrote her books. She first lived in the two rooms in the Hawkins Hall. In 1949, she donated the camp's 400 acres to the YMCA of Tucson to operate a children's camp. Mrs. Wood loved children and devoted her life to making them happy.

Since 1949, the YMCA Triangle Y Ranch has offered generations of Southern Arizona youth a chance to share experiences in group activities, develop lasting friendships and gain confidence in them. While children and teens love the fun and excitement, parents can feel confident in the quality of the YMCA program and the caring staff. The YMCA Triangle Y Ranch is fully accredited by the American Camping Association; an organization dedicated to safe and professional camping programs. YMCA programs are open to all individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, age or handicap.