National Park
Chiricahua National Park is a National Park in Arizona. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 1 campground and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Arizona National Park No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
“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.”
Active alerts
1
Closures
0
Campgrounds
1
Visitor centers
1
1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 1 information.
Information
No large vehicle turnaround after Faraway Ranch Parking (1 mile after entrance). Vehicles over 29 feet park at Faraway. Disconnect trailers at Faraway. Trailers with campground reservations proceed to camp. Scenic drive = 24 ft limit and no trailers.
Posted or updated Aug 28, 2025 ·Details on nps.gov
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Chiricahua is a haven for birdwatchers, with over 200 different bird species documented in the area! The best places for birdwatching include Bonita Creek Trail, Silver Spur Meadow Trail, and Echo Park, although you can see birds anywhere in the park.
Year-round Pets allowed
This 8-mile paved drive winds up the valley through rock formations, oak, cypress, and pine forests, to Massai Point. Massai Point overlook has a 360-degree view of the Wonderland of Rocks and the surrounding valleys and mountains.
60-90 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Winding along Bonita Creek, usually dry, this trail connects the Bonita Creek and Faraway Ranch Picnic Areas. Look for wild animals, including migrating birds, deer, coatimundi, and javelina. This is an easy 1/2 mile trail.
30-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
See all 19 things to do in Chiricahua →
Activities the NPS lists for Chiricahua.
Auto and ATVScenic DrivingAstronomyStargazingCampingFoodPicnickingHikingHorse TrekkingHorseback RidingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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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.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | All Day |
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
Weather: 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.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Center | Daily: 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 520-824-3560 ext. 0 | Yes |
| Campground | Total sites | Reservable | First-come | RVs | Fee | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonita Canyon Campground | 23 | 23 | 0 | Yes, up to 29 ft | $25 | Recreation.gov |
Site counts and fees are from the NPS campground data. Fees show the first listed rate; availability is not shown here — check the reservation site.
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