Thing to Do

Bonita Canyon Drive

Chiricahua National Monument

car drives a two lane road with trees on both sides and rocks towering above
Rock formations tower overhead along much of the scenic drive.

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Chiricahua National Monument

Scenic Drive Highlights

several large, jagged upright rocks stand in front of valley of pinnacle rocks with trees and sky
Massai Point is Beautiful and Historic

Eight miles of amazing geology culminate at Massai Point with a nature trail, picnic tables, and exhibits. On the road see the sites below!

Brown and white sign in a rock structure, road, mountain and entrance booth behind
Scenery Begins Right at the Entrance

Welcome to the park. The entrance booth is often unmanned today because we don't charge a fee. Check for important info in the window.

sign about settlers in front of black fence and grave stones under tree
Erickson Cemetery is a Quick Right Turn

Briefly learn about the Europeans who called this area home.

paved parking area in front of trees, picnic table, and mountain
Next Stop: Bonita Creek on the Left

This is often the best place for birding in the park. Bonita Creek trail is ADA accessible with picnic tables and a pit toilet.

truck and trailer blocking entrance to parking lot, 4 cars and trees in background
Disconnect Trailers at Faraway Ranch

There is no trailer or large RV turnaround after Faraway. Day users must disconnect trailers before proceeding. RVs over 29 feet stop here.

gravel path with dry grass leads to trees and outbuild
Stroll Faraway Ranch Historic District

Proprietors of this guest ranch so "awful far away from it all" brought the Wonderland of Rocks into public view. Stroll and read about it.

Last updated: January 23, 2025