Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument offers visitors more than 500-square miles to explore, with sprawling deserts, rugged canyons, and a few small bodies of water. And of course, the monument’s namesake cactus towers over it all. Try out the monument’s two scenic drives, Ajo Mountain Drive or Puerto Blanco Drive. The monument also hosts two splendid campgrounds that are a perfect homebase for exploring the area. Some of the monument’s other highlights include Alamo Canyon and Quitibaquito Spring, a natural spring that creates an oasis in an arid region, drawing all kinds of wildlife to its life-giving waters. During springtime the monument can see spectacular desert wildlife flower blooms.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Pima
Directions: From Why, Arizona, head south on US 85 about 22 miles to the park's main entrance.
Latitude: 31.954383
Longitude: -112.8046
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: Entrance fee is $25 per vehicle or $15 for bikes and walk-ins; additional fees for campgrounds
Best time to visit: Spring, Fall, Winter
Habitats: Desert
Know Before You Go
Check the park's website before visiting. Some roads and camping areas occasionally close. Be prepared, this can be a very hot and dry region.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Rare: Crested Caracara
Speciality: Desert Purple Martin, Elf Owl
Charismatic: Cactus Wren, Phainopepla
Contact Information
National Park Service
10 Organ Pipe Drive
Ajo, AZ 85321
Phone: 520-387-6849
Website: https://www.nps.gov/orpi/index.htm
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L295845
Additional Resources:
Ajo Chamber of Commerce
