Visit the only place in the U.S. where you can see large stands of organ pipe cacti.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
National Monument · AZ
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesTemporary Road Closures in Effect
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$25
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesPotential Delays Due to Area Construction
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesFeral Dogs May Be Seen in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesPozo Nuevo Road to Bates Well Ranch High Clearance, 4-Wheel Drive Only
Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$20
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park2 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available29 activities
Park Name
InfoOrgan Pipe Cactus National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoAZ
Phone
Info520-387-6849
orpi_information@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Operating Hours
InfoThe monument is open 365 days a year and park roads and trails are open 24 hours. There is no gate at the monument entrance; entrance fees are paid for at the visitor center. There is no dispersed camping allowed anywhere in the monument. US-Mexico Border hours are 6 am-8 pm. The main season for visitors is December through the end of April, during the mild winter months and wildflower season. Campgrounds may fill during this time; check Recreation.gov for campsite availability.
Visitor Center: Kris Eggle Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Explorers and Expeditions, Farming and Agriculture + 18 more
Weather Info
InfoSummer months are hot, with temperatures exceeding 100F during the day and night-time temperatures in the high 70's. Winter months are milder, with temperatures in the 70s during the day and 30's to 4
Getting There
InfoThe 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.
Location
Info32.0359° N, -112.8573° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website