• 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.

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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 »

Be A Junior Ranger

Junior Ranger

A new Junior Ranger poses in our visitor center

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Junior Ranger Program
A Junior Park Ranger booklet is available at the visitor center so young people between the ages of 6 and 11 can learn more about the Memorial during their visit. Participants must correctly complete sections of this booklet to earn a free Junior Ranger badge.

Little Ranger Coloring Book
A coloring book is available at the Visitor Center information desk for our park visitors younger than 6-years old.

Wilderness Explorer Junior Ranger Book
Children 8-years old up to adults can become Wilderness Explorers with this nation-wide junior ranger program. To participate and earn a wilderness badge, ask a ranger at the visitor center and complete sections of the book.

Green Junior Ranger Program
Chamizal is currently writing a new junior ranger book! Stay tuned for the environmentally-friendly Green Junior Ranger Program.

  • Web Ranger Certificate Web Ranger Certificate

    You'll need the passwords found at the end of each chapter to access the certificate. Read More

Did You Know?

Rio Grande / Rio Bravo river

The only natural boundary between the United States and Mexico is the Rio Grande River, which was established in 1848 by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The Rio Bravo, as the river is known in Mexico, makes up about 1000 miles of the 2000-mile border between the two countries.