Coronado National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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The Coronado Expedition

It was a journey of exploration, filled with wonder and cruelty. Inspired by rumors of vast quantities of gold, 339 soldiers and over 1100 Indian allies embarked on an epic journey through arid deserts and rugged mountains. They brought rich traditions and new technology into the southwest, irrevocably changing the lives of the native peoples and continuing to influence the area today. more...

What to do?

JUNIOR RANGER DAY-April 26, 2008 Guided hike to explore Coronado Cave for kids 6-12 years old. Reservations required.
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FUN FRIDAYS—Guided hikes will be available on the following fridays.

April 25th-Birding
May 23rd-Joe's Canyon
June 20th-Coronado Cave
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Hiking—Manzanita, oak and alligator juniper line the trails of Coronado National Memorial. Take an easy walk or a more difficult hike and explore this beautiful park.
Picnicking—Enjoy lunch in the picnic area, surrounded by oak and manzanita trees. Tables and BBQ pits are available. Please remember wood gathering and ground fires are not permitted.
Birding—A sky-island, the Huachuca Mountains are home to animals and plants from four distinct bio-regions: the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts and the Rocky and Sierra Madre mountains. This diversity creates exceptional habitat for a wide variety of migratory and resident birds.
Spelunking—Limestone caves formed from the remnants of shallow seas provide great opportunities for first-time cavers to explore underground wonders.
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		Park Mission & Significance Coronado National Memorial commemorates and interprets the significance of Francisco Vásquez de Coronado’s expedition and the resulting cultural influences of 16th century Spanish colonial exploration in the Americas. The Memorial preserves and interprets the natural and human history of the area for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations. more...

		Flood Damage See photographs of flood damage that occurred in the park. Rainfall for the period of July 26, 2006 to August 5, 2006 totaled 15.47 inches. Average yearly precipitation, including snow, averages about 20 inches. more...

Write to

4101 East Montezuma Canyon Road
Hereford, AZ 85615

Phone

Visitor Information
(520) 366-5515

Fax

(520) 366-5705

Climate

Summers are hot, with daytime temperatures in the 90s F (32-37 C) and low humidity in June and July. Winter temperatures often fall below freezing at night, with highs 40-60 F (4-15 C) in December and January. The summer rainy season is between late June and early September. The rain is often accompanied by severe thunder and lightning storms that can cause flash floods. Precipitation, including snow, averages about 20 inches (51 cm) per year.