Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

National Park Service, Arizona.

Look closely. Look again. The sights and sounds of Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, an International Biosphere Reserve, reveal a thriving community of plants and animals. Human stories echo throughout the Sonoran Desert, chronicling thousands of years of desert living. A wilderness hike, a scenic drive, or a night of camping will expose you to a living desert abounding with hidden life.

Camping and Day Use

  • Alamo Canyon Primitive Campground
  • Twin Peaks Campground

Site Passes

  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Site Pass

Nearby Activities

  • Auto Touring
  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback Riding
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is located on Highway 85 approximately 25 miles south of Why, AZ and 5 miles north of Lukeville, AZ, just before the US-Mexico Border.

Additional Information

  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Official Website
  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Map

Photo Gallery

  • Organ Pipe Cactus at sunsetVisit the only place in the U.S. where you can see large stands of organ pipe cacti.
  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
  • Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
  • Two Organ Pipe Cacti photographed at dusk. Experience the only place in the US where the Organ Pipe Cactus naturally grows
  • Scenic views in Alamo CanyonCapture amazing views from trails and scenic drives
  • Blooming saguaro cactus with a mountain visible behind it. Experience the rich assemblage of cacti at Organ Pipe Cactus.
  • Sonoran Pronghorn surrounded by creosote bushes. Experience the wildlife of the most biodiverse desert in North America
  • Desert poppies in bloom with a mature Organ Pipe Cactus in the background. The desert awakens in the Spring with vibrant wildflowers

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