Sunsites is in Southern Arizona . It is in Cochise County. The town is located along Interstate 191 between Wilcox and Douglas in the Sulphur Springs Valley. Sunsites lies 85 miles southeast of Tucson, 50 miles north of Douglas, 30 miles southeast of Benson and 30 miles southwest of Wilcox.

Overview:
A majority of the residents are retired, although there has been a gradual movement of younger families to the area. The town sits at an elevation of 4,825 feet. The southwest desert climate has a winter low Temperature of 39 degrees and a summer high Temperature of 100 degrees. The community has two golf courses and recreational center. It is a town rich in history, enjoying its future.

History:
The town was established in 1961, as a completely self-supporting unincorporated community. Sunsites continues to experience steady growth with many new privately owned businesses opening yearly. Tourism plays a large role in town. The ideal location near the Mexican border and close to the many historical points, along the Cochise Trail, draws many to town.

Community Features:
One attraction that has a wealth of information on the culture and art of the Native American is the Amerind Foundation. The foundation is only 19 miles from town. It is a nonprofit archaeological research center and museum focused on the Native American culture of the Southwest and Northern Mexican. There are collections of artifacts from as far as the Artic. It is important to call ahead for times, days and tour information.
An outdoor activity rich with history of the old west is just minutes from town. Cochise Stronghold Canyon was once the hideout for the Apache Indian Chief Cochise and his band of warriors. Today, it is a camping and picnicking ground.