• Sit for a spell under a cottonwood tree and view the Franklin Mountains, seemingly nestled between the U.S. and Mexico flags in front of the visitor center. The two flags reflect our heritage; this land once belonging to Mexico and now to the U.S.

    Chamizal

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  • Alcohol Ban for Visitor Safety

    From June 1 through August 31, the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages without a permit is prohibited. During Music Under the Stars concerts, alcohol may be purchased within the memorial boundary. More »

Contact Us

Acting Superintendent

Jerome Flood

Address
Chamizal National Memorial
800 South San Marcial Street

El Paso, TX 79905-4123

Phone
915-532-7273
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Fax

915-532-7240


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  • WNPA WNPA

    Western National Parks Association is a nonprofit cooperating association of the NPS, running our bookstores and providing monetary aid for educational and outreach programs. Read More

Did You Know?

Chamizo Plant

Chamizal National Memorial is named after a plant. Chamizal means "land where the chamiso grows". The Spanish word "chamiso" is the common name for four-wing saltbush (atriplex canescens).