Picacho Peak State Park (Open)

Fire restrictions issued by Arizona State Forester

Fire restrictions now in effect at this park, Learn More

Park Will Close for Summer Season, Starting May 25, 2012

Picacho Peak State Park will be closed for the summer season. The Park will close May 25, 2012 for summer, and re-open September 15, 2012. During this seasonal closure, the park will be closed to ALL public entry, including trails and roadways. The last night for camping in the campground will be the night of May 23, 2012.

Photo Wrap-UP Gallery from Civil War in the Southwest on March 10 & 11, 2012 (Official AZ Centenntial Event)

Check out the photo gallery from this year's event!

Improve Arizona's Outdoor Recreation!

Participate in the 2012 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) survey conducted by Arizona State Parks. Survey results are used to decide where to spend outdoor recreation dollars and enable public land agencies to improve your outdoor recreation experience. Take Survey Online

Picacho Peak Now Offers 24/7 Online Campground Reservations!

Reserve a campground RV or tent site from the comfort of your home, anytime of day. Make online reservations Site reservations for this park are also available by calling the Reservation Center at (520) 586-2283. You can call 7 days a week, from 8 am to 5 pm MST. There is a $5 non-refundable reservation fee per site. Groups reservations can be made for the fall, winter, and spring months by calling the park.

About the Park

Enjoy hiking and camping at Picacho Peak State Park. In April 2012, park staff took this picture of blooming Palo Verde and a flowering Saguaro, with Picacho Peak in the background. The park offers online campsite reservations.

Visitors traveling along I-10 in southern Arizona can’t miss the prominent 1,500-foot peak of Picacho Peak State Park. Enjoy the view as you hike the trails that wind up the peak and, often in the spring, overlook a sea of wildflowers. The park and surrounding area are known for its unique geological significance, outstanding and varied desert growth, and historical importance. The unique shape has been used as a landmark by travelers since prehistoric times. One of the first recordings was in the 1700s by the Anza Expedition as it passed through the area.

The park facilities include a visitor center with exhibits and a gift store, hiking trails, playground, historical markers, campground, picnic areas, ramadas, grills, dump station, restrooms, and showers. The group use areas, for day & overnight use, are available by reservation. Before you hike, be prepared with enough water and proper footwear as the trails are steep and challenging.

LEED Certified Visitor Center

The Picacho Peak State Park Visitor Center has been open 3 years! The Visitor Center has public restrooms, a gift shop, plus vending machines with energy drinks and snacks. Hours vary, but are typically 8 am to 5 pm. The building is currently in the LEED Certified "Gold". Photo: Members of the Arizona State Parks Board, executive staff, and park staff at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Visitor Center, in October 2009.