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?

FUN FRIDAYS—Guided hikes will be available on the following Fridays in 2009.

October 16     8:00 am Montezuma Creek
November 20 8:00 am  Joe's Canyon Trail
December 18  8:00 am  Coronado Cave-bring flashlight

Participants should dress comfortably for the weather, wear sturdy hiking shoes and a hat, and bring sunscreen, water and a trail snack. Meet for an orientation at the visitor center parking lot. For additional information call Katy at 520-366-5515 ext. 2321.

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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National Public Lands Day-2009

On Saturday, September 26, 2009 the park celebrated National Public Lands Day by hosting a trails work day. Fort Huachuca Girl Scout Troops-Brownie Troop 2181, Daisy Troop 2252, Junior Troop 734, and Teen Troop 785 and other volunteers worked on the Cave Trail. The group rehabilitated a portion of the trail that runs through Montezuma Wash that suffered flood damage during the 2008 flood. The Cave Trail is a widely used trail that leads to Coronado Cave, a popular destination in the park. The group successfully established a trail so that visitors may follow the correct route.

Flood Damage

Photographs of flood damage in the park. Average yearly precipitation, including snow, averages about 20 inches.

July 26, 2006 to August 5, 2006--15.47 inches.

July 27, 2008--3.67 inches.

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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.