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Organ Pipe Cactus National Monumentsunset on the ajo mountains
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Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Directions

We are located along the US/Mexican Border, south of Ajo, west of Tucson, and east of Yuma.

Plane: Nearest airports are in Phoenix and Tuscon, then by private vehicle.

Car: From the NORTH: follow AZ Hwy 85 through Ajo and Why. The Monument is 22 miles (35.4 km) south of Why. From the EAST: follow AZ Hwy 86 to Why, then turn south on AZ Hwy 85. From the WEST: follow I-8 to Gila Bend or I-10 to Buckeye, then turn south on AZ Hwy 85. From MEXICO: drive on Mexico Route 2 to Sonoyta, then north to Lukeville.

Public Transportation: None available.

Getting Around: No rentals or public transportation available in area. Access is by foot, cycle or private vehicle. During the winter season motorized tours of the Ajo Mountain scenic drive may be offered, check at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for information.

 
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We are located along the US/Mexican Border, west of Tucson.
Chuparosa flowers  

Did You Know?
This chuparosa plant is a hummingbird favorite and grows easily in the Sonoran Desert. It's name roughly translates to "a very sloppy kiss of a rose".

Last Updated: April 18, 2007 at 12:17 EST