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Points of Interest
Welcome . . .
to the Coronado National Forest!
The Coronado National Forest offers recreational opportunities for everyone, from
the rugged Miller Peak Wilderness to an easy shuttle ride up Sabino Canyon.
There are many accessible facilities available on the forest. Some are described
in the recreation table (located below the map on the opposite side) and others are
included below. The following are some of the most popular recreation sites:
Sky Islands
The 1.7 million-acre Coronado National Forest is made up of 15 mountain ranges which rise dramatically
from a sea of surrounding desert. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet above sea level, supporting
vegetation communities as biologically diverse as those encountered on a trip from Mexico to Canada. Views
from these mountains are spectacular, and visitors might experience
all four seasons during a single day on the Coronado, spending the
morning wandering among giant saguaros and colorful wildflowers,
having a picnic lunch under the brilliant golden leaves of a cottonwood
tree, and playing in the snow later in the afternoon.
The Santa Catalina Mountains are a
spectacular backdrop for Tucson, Arizona.
Please . . .
The Coronado National Forest is named for the Spanish explorer Don
Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who led his expedition from Mexico
through southern Arizona
in 1540. Coronado was
searching for gold and the
legendary Seven Cities
of Cibola. He never found
gold, but his name lives on.
Help keep the Coronado clean
and beautiful. Pack out what you
pack in. Avoid damaging plants and
other natural or cultural features. Use
a map and stay on designated roads
and trails. Call ahead and ask questions before heading out. Always be
alert to campfire restrictions and be
careful with fire. Enjoy your visit!
Winn Falls, Chiricahua Mountains
Desert Marigolds
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Catalina State Park (B-4): The spectacular Santa Catalina Mountains
form the backdrop for this beautiful desert park located just a few miles
north of Tucson. Managed by Arizona State Parks, the area offers camping,
picnicking, hiking, and equestrian facilities. Accessible facilities include
parking, campsites, and restrooms.
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Mt. Lemmon (B-4): In only an hour’s drive northeast from Tucson, visitors
can be in the cool pines of the Santa Catalina Mountains. The mountains
offer breathtaking vistas, campgrounds, picnic areas, hiking trails, Rose
Canyon Lake, Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley, and Palisades Visitor Center.
Accessible facilities at Palisades Visitor Center include parking, a viewing
deck, and the visitor center. Accessible facilities are also available at these
vista points: Babad Do’ag, Molino Canyon, 7 Cataracts, Windy Point,
Geology, Hoodoo, San Pedro, Sycamore Canyon and Aspen.
Relaxing at Parker Canyon Lake
Wilderness
The Coronado encompasses eight
separate wilderness areas, comprising
almost 20 percent of the forest’s
acreage. Wilderness lands are
designated to protect areas of wild
America for us, our children, and future
generations. Wildernesses are ideal
places for hiking, horseback riding, bird
watching, camping and other activities.
Undisturbed by civilization, one can
find inspiration, spiritual renewal,
personal challenge, and solitude.
Virginia Creeper
RG-R3-05-18
Deaf and Hearing
Impaired - You may
reach all offices by
dialing 711
Historical Sites
Interpretive trails in and around historic
and prehistoric sites allow visitors to
experience the past in the mountains of
southeastern Arizona. From the remote
military post of Camp Rucker in the
Chiricahua Mountains, to the prehistoric
Hohokam Village in Catalina State Park,
to historic cabins in the wilderness, the
past is an important part of the forest.
Santa Catalina RD
5700 N.Sabnino
Canyon Road
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 749-8700
Douglas RD
1192 W. Saddleview
Douglas, AZ 85607
(520) 364-3468
If you visit an interpretive site or
encounter evidence of prehistoric people
while visiting the forest, please do not
remove anything. These sites belong to
everyone and are protected by law.
Sabino Canyon (B-5): Located northeast from Tucson, this scenic canyon
features towering cliffs and a creek with lush riparian vegetation. Activities
include a visitor center, nature trails, shuttle rides, and picnic sites. The
shuttle accommodates two wheelchairs and reservations are recommended;
call (520) 749-2327. Accessible facilities are available at the visitor center.
• F. L. Whipple Observatory Visitor Center (B-7): Located in the
scenic foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains, this visitor center focuses on
astrophysics and the observatory atop nearby Mt. Hopkins. A picnic areas
and interpretive trail are located nearby. Accessible facilities include parking,
the visitor center, a picnic site, and restrooms.
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Madera Canyon (B-7): Just an hour south of Tucson, this beautiful
canyon offers camping, picnicking, hiking trails, and excellent bird watching
opportunities.
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Peña Blanca Lake (B-8): Located just 5 miles from the Mexican border,
this 49-acre lake is surrounded by colorful bluffs and offers boating, fishing,
a lakeshore trail, camping, and picnicking.
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Parker Canyon Lake (C-8): This scenic 132-acre lake in the Huachuca
Mountains offers boating, fishing, picknicking, hiking along the lakeshore,
and adjacent camping. There is also a general store with boat rentals.
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Reef Townsite (C-8): This historic mining district is located high in the
Huachuca Mountains south of Sierra Vista. Opportunities include camping,
picnicking, an interpretive trail and hiking trails.
Nogales RD
303 Old Tucson Rd.
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 281-2296
(Located at Ruby Rd.
exit off I-19)
Sierra Vista RD
4070 S. Avenida Saracino
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 378-0311
Safford RD
711 14th Avenue
Suite D
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-4150
Coronado NF
Superviser’s Office
300 W. Congress
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 388-8300
Hearing Disabled - 711
For maps and other information,
contact:
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Mt. Graham (D-3): The spectacular Pinaleño Mountains, near Safford,
offer camping, picnicking, fishing, the Columbine Visitor Information Center
(seasonal), equestrian facilities, and trails for hiking, biking, and horseback
riding.
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Cochise Stronghold (D-6): This natural fortress of the famous Apache
leader, Cochise, is 1.5 hours east of Tucson in the Dragoon Mountains and
offers camping, picnicking, a nature trail, a historical interpretive trail, and
other hiking trails.
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Cave Creek Canyon (F-6): This dramatic canyon situated on the east side
of the Chiricahua Mountains, near the New Mexico border, is well known
for its wide variety of birds and offers camping, picnicking, a visitor center
(seasonal), and hiking trails. The visitor center is accessible.
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Rustler Park (E-6): This beautiful meadow surrounded by cool pines in the
Chiricahua Mountains offers camping, picnicking, and hiking trails. Closed
seasonally.
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Rucker Canyon (E-7): Located in the pine forests of the Chiricahua
Mountains, this scenic area offers camping, picknicking, and hiking. Camp
Rucker Historic Site and Interpretive Trail provides visitors a glimpse into the
history of this area.
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Enjoying an autumn hike in the Galiuro
Wilderness.
Tucson
Sabino Canyon is a popular place to visit.
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Caution:
Bear Country!!
United States Department of Agriculture
Coronado
1. Never leave food, trash, or odorous
items like toothpaste out after use.
Pocket Guide
Pocket Guide
2. Store these items in bear-proof food
storage boxes or in airtight
containers hidden from view in your
car with the windows rolled up.
3. Never store food, trash, or odorous
items in your tent.
Arizona
Forest Service
Southwestern Region
Cover photo by Richard Strange
4. Place all trash in the bear-proof
trash containers provided.
5. Backcountry users should string
food, trash, and odorous items in a
tree 15 feet up and 5 feet away from
the trunk.
6. Never burn or bury your trash or
grease; pack it out.
Recreational Opportunities
The variety of vegetation, climate, and
geology in the mountains supports a
wonderful diversity of wildlife. Nearly
600 vertebrate species are found in
the forest, including unusual animals
such as coatimundi, Gila monster, and
javelina. More common vertebrates
such as mountain lions, bobcats, and
black bears also make the Coronado
their home. Bird life is especially rich
with over 400 species of birds found
in southeastern Arizona. Cave Creek,
Madera, Ramsey and other canyons
of the southern mountain ranges are
renowned bird watching areas for rare
species such as the Elegant Trogon.
The forest is home to a number of
threatened or endangered plant and
animal species as well. Management
activities are designed to improve
habitats for these species and assist
their recovery in both population and
distribution.
The Coronado National Forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities
year-round. During the summer, the higher elevations are most popular, offering
temperatures on any given day that are at least 20 degrees cooler than the
surrounding desert. These mountaintop sites also provide opportunities to ski and
play in the snow during the winter months. Many of the low elevation recreation
areas are located in scenic canyons or foothills, these sites are most popular during
the fall, winter, and spring. The Coronado offers over 1,100 miles of trails, with five
small lakes providing water-based activities. Eight wilderness areas encompass
338,536 acres, offering visitors solitude and primitive recreation. Please protect
plants, wildlife habitat, and soils by staying on designated roads and trails.
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Petroglyphs (Rock Art)
Wildlife Viewing
Winter snows transform the landscapes of
southern Arizona.
A Broad-billed Hummingbird; one of
the many species of hummingbirds
found on the Coronado. Madera
Canyon is a favorite bird watching spot.
To view the current Coronado Pocket Guide and Motor Vehicle Use Maps
(MVUM) with your smart device, you may scan the QR codes below.
Pocket Guide
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