Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
2 campgrounds in the park · 12 nearby within 25 mi
Photo: NPS Photo/ Craig Stocks
3 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- Park closureTemporary Road Closures in EffectThe following roads are temporary closed: West Border Road (Roosevelt Reservation) from the Lukeville Port of Entry west to Quitobaquito Springs, East Border Road (Roosevelt Reservation) from the Lukeville Port of Entry east to the Santa Rosa Mountains, and Camino de Dos Republicas. See Alerts for more info.
- CautionFeral Dogs May Be Seen in Organ Pipe Cactus National MonumentFeral dogs may be present at the Twin Peaks Campground and around the Kris Eggle Visitor Center. Visitors should not attempt to feed or water these dogs or approach them in any way as they may carry disease or become hostile.
- CautionPozo Nuevo Road to Bates Well Ranch High Clearance, 4-Wheel Drive OnlyHigh Clearance, 4-wheel drive is required from where Pozo Nuevo Road begins along South Puerto Blanch Drive to Bates Well Ranch area. The road is washed out in areas. Bates Well Ranch is still accessible from the north on Darby Well Road.
At a glance
- Entrance
- $25 per vehicleValid 7 days
- Open
- Year-round
- In the park
- 2 campgrounds1 reserve on Recreation.gov
- Near the park
- 12 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Annual pass
- $45Organ Pipe Cactus only
Where to camp
Camping in the park 2
Camping near the park 12
- Aerial viewCampground
Twin Peaks Group Campground
6.9 mi · Ajo, AZ
- Aerial viewCampground
Alamo Canyon Campground
8.0 mi · Why, AZ
Services nearby: 2 dump stations
About Organ Pipe Cactus
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…
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.
Photos: NPS Photo · NPS Photo/ C Stocks · NPS Photo/ D Martin
Things to do
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
Plan your visit
Getting there
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.
Weather
Summer 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 40's in the evening.
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Private vehicle, 7 days$25
- Motorcycle, 7 days$20
- Per person, 7 days$15
- Organ Pipe Cactus annual pass$45
- Organ Pipe Cactus annual pass$45
Hours
The 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.
Getting there
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.
Weather
Summer 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 40's in the evening.
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