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Coronado National MemorialMontezuma Peak and clouds, Coronado National Memorial
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Traffic & Travel Tips
 
Information concerning road conditions to Montezuma Pass is available at the visitor center. East Montezuma Canyon Road is paved for one mile west of the visitor center, then it is a narrow, unpaved mountain road (24 ft. vehicle length limit) to the scenic overlook at Montezuma Pass. The dirt road continues west into the Coronado National Forest. Periodic road closures to Montezuma Pass may occur during inclement weather conditions. 
Montezuma Canyon in the snow, Coronado National Memorial  

Did You Know?
Coronado was searching for the ‘Seven Cities of Cibola’ when he began is expedition in 1540. What does Cibola mean? It is most likely a Spanish corruption of (She Wo No)- Land of the Zuni.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:23 EST