Many rock pinnacles with a valley and mountain range in background

National Monument

Chiricahua National Monument

visit on nps.gov

Info

Explore rhyolite pinnacles and balanced rocks on foot or by car. Relax at the campground under star-filled, dark skies. See how a mountain range rising between two deserts creates a home for diverse wildlife. Imagine history here. Prehistoric peoples, Apaches, Buffalo Soldiers, Civilian Conservation Corps, ranchers, and homesteaders inhabited Chiricahua.

Park Photos

Many rock pinnacles with a valley and mountain range in background
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Massai Point offers excellent views of the standing rocks at Chiricahua

Credit: NPS Photo

Many rock pinnacles with a valley and mountain range in background
A ranch house in a green field surrounds by low mountains
Children climb through rock archways
A narrow road winds between tall oaks and rock cliffs
Large rock balanced on a small point

Activities

Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Camping
Picnicking
Hiking
Astronomy
Stargazing
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Bookstore and Park Store
Food
Shopping

Operating Hours

The road, campground, and facilities in the park are open overnight. Gates on the road will not be closed during overnight hours unless an emergency occurs. The park prohibits overnight parking, sleeping in vehicles, and camping outside the campground. The trails stay open for sunrise, sunset, and night sky viewing. Be aware of wildlife and use extreme caution.

DayHours
Friday
All Day
Monday
All Day
Sunday
All Day
Tuesday
All Day
Saturday
All Day
Thursday
All Day
Wednesday
All Day

Weather info

The park elevation goes from 5,124 feet at the entrance to 7,310 feet on Sugarloaf Mountain. The top of the park can be 5-10 degrees cooler and windier than the visitor center and entrance. The higher elevations generally have more sun exposure. Clothing layers are always recommended here. The park is often cooler than cities in Arizona with summer highs in the 80s and 90s. Winter lows are often near or below freezing.