National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial is a National Memorial in Texas. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Texas National Memorial No entrance fee

Updated Oct 28, 2026, 3:52 AM EDT · NPS Data API

a bench next to a tree with U.S. and Mexican flags flying against a mountain background — Mountain View · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and Mexico.”

— National Park Service, nps.gov/cham

Active alerts

Closures

Campgrounds

Visitor centers

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

A Chamizal National Memorial intern gives directions to a group of people on bikes. — Photo: NPS Photo

Biking at Chamizal National Memorial

With over a mile and a half of maintained trails, it's easy and fun to explore Chamizal National Memorial by bike!

Pets allowed

Biking

A collage of images representing Chamizal, featuring a large image of a handshake. — Photo: NPS Photo

Chamizal Conflict and Resolution

Learn more about the Chamizal land dispute and how two countries came together to resolve a century-long issue.

Year-round

Museum Exhibits

The Chamizal National Memorial Junior Ranger books, badges, and patches. — Photo: NPS Photo

Chamizal Junior Ranger

Junior Rangers of all ages are encouraged to learn more about Chamizal National Memorial by completing the junior ranger activity book to earn a badge!

Year-round Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

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Activities the NPS lists for Chamizal.

Arts and CultureBikingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnHikingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Operating hours

The Memorial grounds are open to vehicle and foot traffic only when the gates are open.

Entrance Gates and Memorial Grounds
Day	Hours
Monday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Wednesday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Thursday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Friday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Saturday	7:00AM - 7:00PM
Sunday	7:00AM - 7:00PM

Weather: Chamizal National Memorial is open year-round, but periodic winter weather conditions may cause closure. Please check for alerts on the park website: www.nps.gov/cham.

Contact and directions

Phone: 915-245-4355
Email: [email protected]
Address: 800 South San Marcial Street, El Paso, TX 79905
Coordinates: 31.7673, -106.4544· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor center	Standard hours	Phone	Passport stamp
Chamizal National Memorial Cultural Center	Mon Closed · Tue 10:00AM - 5:00PM · Wed 10:00AM - 5:00PM · Thu 10:00AM - 5:00PM · Fri 10:00AM - 5:00PM · Sat 10:00AM - 5:00PM · Sun Closed	915-532-7273	Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/cham/index.htm
Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.