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Dial 9-1-1 in Emergencies

If you experience an emergency while in the park, dial 9-1-1 to access the City of El Paso's 911 System. Be prepared to provide the address for Chamizal National Memorial and identify where you are in the park.

Traffic Safety

Traffic can be congested on roadways leading to Chamizal National Memorial, and there is often road construction in the area. You can check current and future road conditions around the area on the Texas Department of Transportation website before coming. Also note that traffic crossing over the Bridge of the Americas is often backed up along Paisano Drive in the evening hours. Please use caution when turning onto Paisano Drive when leaving the park from the San Marcial Street exit. Please also be vigilant of pedestrians crossing the roads in the same area.

Zika Virus

Due to the park's proximity to Mexico, where there is a presence of Zika Virus transmission, visitors to Chamizal National Memorial are encouraged to be informed about Zika Virus and how to minimize risk of coming into contact with it.

Safety Rules

Some activities, such as possessing alcohol during certain times of year and bringing glass containers, are prohibited in the park for the safety of all visitors. Before you visit, refer to the Superintendent's Compendium to find out about rules that are specific to Chamizal National Memorial.

Last updated: July 9, 2020

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

800 South San Marcial Street
El Paso, TX 79905

Phone:

915-532-7273

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