Dragoon Mountains · St David, Arizona

Where the Desert
Whispers Through
Ancient Stone

A historic mineral spring retreat sheltered in the pines, where time slows and the land speaks in a language older than memory.

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Historic cabin surrounded by desert landscape

Our Story

Rooted in the
High Desert

For generations, Kokopelli Springs has been a sanctuary where the Dragoon Mountains meet the sky—a place where mineral waters emerge from ancient rock and the silence is so complete you can hear your own thoughts.

Nestled along East Mulberry Street in the quiet community of St David, our resort carries the spirit of the old Southwest. The name Kokopelli honors the fertility figure from Hohokam and Ancestral Puebloan traditions, a reminder that this land has always been sacred.

Today, we welcome travelers seeking something genuine— not a manufactured experience, but an authentic encounter with the desert landscape, its history, and its slow, deliberate pace.

1920s Est. Era
7,000+ ft Elevation
100+ Years of Welcome

The Heart of the Resort

Natural Mineral Springs

Warm mineral waters, rich in calcium and magnesium, rise naturally from the earth and flow through stone channels carved by time itself.

Natural mineral spring pool surrounded by desert vegetation

The Main Spring

The largest of our natural pools, fed by underground aquifers that filter through limestone and sandstone. The water maintains a constant, soothing warmth year-round— cool in summer, steaming in winter.

Stone-lined spring pool with mountain backdrop

Stone & Silence

Smaller, more secluded pools offer a quieter experience. These intimate settings are perfect for contemplation, reading, or simply listening to the wind move through the juniper and piñon pine.

Spring area at golden hour with desert wildflowers

Desert Botany

The mineral-rich runoff nourishes rare desert flora— wildflowers bloom where the water seeps through, and the surrounding landscape shifts through seasons of unexpected color and life.

Lodging

Rest Among the Pines

Simple, comfortable rooms designed to frame the landscape rather than compete with it. Each space honors the materials and craftsmanship of the region.

Rustic lodge room with wooden beams and desert views

The Cabin Rooms

Wood-framed rooms with hand-built furnishings, private porches, and views toward the Dragoon Peaks. Each cabin features original architectural details from the resort's early decades.

  • Mountain or garden views
  • Private outdoor seating
  • Heated mineral water access
  • Complimentary coffee service
Spacious lodge room with adobe-style decor

The Lodge

Our main lodge offers larger rooms with high ceilings, exposed timber, and a communal atmosphere. The lodge hearth is the gathering place in the evening, where stories are exchanged over desert-grown coffee.

  • Communal common areas
  • Fireside gathering space
  • Breakfast included
  • Library and game room
Scenic view from resort grounds showing desert and mountains

Grounds & Grounding

Beyond the rooms, the resort grounds invite wandering—trails lead to overlooks, the spring channels run through shaded gardens, and the night sky reveals more stars than you knew existed.

  • Walking trails on property
  • Star-gazing areas
  • Garden seating
  • Picnic areas available

Availability varies by season. We recommend calling ahead to reserve your stay.

(520) 720-9714

Find Us

In the Dragoons

St David sits at the foot of the Dragoon Mountains, roughly midway between Tucson and the New Mexico border. It's a place where the road slows and the landscape opens into something vast and honest.

Address

457 E Mulberry St
St David, AZ 85630-6290

Check-in

By arrangement
Call ahead for arrival time

Approximate distances:

  • Tucson — 60 miles north
  • Sierra Vista — 30 miles south
  • New Mexico border — 40 miles east

Begin Your Visit

The Springs Are Waiting

Whether you're seeking a quiet weekend of reflection, a romantic desert retreat, or simply a place to unplug from the noise—Kokopelli Springs offers the rare gift of genuine stillness.

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