The town is situated in the Santa Cruz Valley near Mount Hopkins on Interstate 19. Green Valley is 10 miles to the north. Amado is a very small community that has endured the test of time. The town sits at an elevation of 2,885 feet. The southwestern climate has a winter low temperature of 40 degrees and a summer high temperature of 100 degrees.
Many travelers make a stop here on their way to or from Nogales and Mexico.
The business section is ready to meet your needs. Many travelers make a stop in town at The Cow Palace. The Cow Palace is part of the business district on the west side. It has been around since the 1920 s and was a hangout for western movie stars, on location in Arizona. Visitors will find interesting memorabilia.