Coronado National Memorial

Vermillion Flycatcher

A great diversity of birds are found in and near Coronado National Memorial

Coronado National Monument

It was a journey of conquest filled with exploration, wonder - and cruelty. Inspired by tales of vast cities of gold, 339 European soldiers and hundreds of Aztec allies embarked on an epic journey through arid deserts and rugged mountains. They encountered rich traditions and brought new technologies. The resulting collision and combination of cultures reverberates today.

Sunset From Montezuma Pass

Sunsets from Montezuma Pass provide a beautiful opportunity to gaze out into the Sky Islands.

View from the cave trail

View from the Coronado Cave trail.

Pink-throated morning glories in the grasslands

Each year the pink-throated morning glories bloom during monsoon season in the grasslands

Wildflowers and Montezuma Peak

A field of wildflowers blooms in the grasslands, one of the many life zones in the park

View from Montezuma Pass at sunset

Views stretch along mountain ridges and beyond the US/Mexico border from Montezuma Pass,

Cave formations of Coronado Cave

Coronado Cave is a large limestone cavern with cave formations such as stalactites and stalagmites

RecAreaDirections

From the city of Sierra Vista continue south on Hwy 92 about 20 miles and turn right onto S. Coronado Memorial Drive. Follow Coronado Memorial Drive (it will turn into E Montezuma Canyon Rd) 5 miles to the Visitor Center.

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Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center Facility

The visitor center includes in-depth exhibits on the Coronado Expedition of 1540-1542, as well as thorough information about the natural history of the park. There are hands-on displays of 16th century clothing and armor for visitors to try on, and interactive exhibits in English and Spanish. A 14-foot picture window provides visitors with a wonderful opportunity to view and photograph the flora and fauna in a relaxed atmosphere.

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