FIND A PARK

Please see our Cave Tours page for information.
Fire restrictions in place: no wood or charcoal fires. No smoking except in an enclosed vehicle - propane is allowed.

Cabins

Camping just got comfortable! Enjoy a private cabin amongst the scenic beauty of Kartchner Caverns State Park. Sit on the porch and take in the wildlife or explore the surrounding trails. Your cabin awaits.

Learn More

Programs & Events

Kartchner Caverns Photo Tours!

Third Saturday of the month   4:30-7:30 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to take photos of the amazing underground world of Kartchner Caverns? Here's your chance! Arizona State Parks and Trails now offers an opportunity to take photos inside the cave every month. Registration for this tour is $125 per person.  READ MORE

Family Campout

October 2-3, 2021

Arizona Family Campout Programweekends are designed for families that have little or no experience camping. We will introduce you to the great experiences you can share with your family and inspire you to continue to explore the great outdoors!  READ MORE

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Bats

As snow flurries fly across the Whetstone Mountains and San Pedro Valley, Kartchner Caverns State Park rangers thoughts begin to turn to warm, furry, little creatures that fly the summer night skies in the park.

Learn More

Park and Facility Hours

Discovery Center

9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Holiday Hours

Thanksgiving

8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve

8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Christmas

Closed 

Park Entrance Fee

Per vehicle (1-4 Adults): $7.00
Individual/bicycle: $3.00

Cave tour tickets are extra. Entrance fee waived for cave tour and campsite reservations.

Benson, AZ ANNUAL WEATHER AVERAGES

VIEW PARK &
TRAIL MAPS
CAVE TOURS
CAMPING