Coronado National Memorial

National Memorial · AZ · nps.gov page

Agave stalks and wildflowers with mountains in the distance — A field of wildflowers blooms in the grasslands, one of the many life zones in the parkPhoto: NPS Photo / D. Bly

It was a journey of conquest filled with exploration, wonder - and cruelty. Inspired by tales of vast cities of gold, 339 European soldiers and over a thousand Aztec allies embarked on an epic journey through arid deserts and rugged mountains. They encountered rich traditions and brought new technologies. The resulting collision and combination of cultures reverberates today.

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News

Yaqui Fire Contained at Coronado National Memorial 2026-05-18
The Yaqui Fire at Coronado National Memorial was contained on the evening of Sunday, May 17, 2026. The fire remains at 61 acres, with very little visible smoke and minimal fire activity.
Firefighters Responding to Yaqui Fire at Coronado National Memorial 2026-05-16
HEREFORD, Ariz. — Interagency wildland firefighters are responding to the Yaqui Fire, reported on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 1:17 p.m. The fire is located within Coronado National Memorial near Montezuma Pass.

Photos

A brilliant red bird in a tree — A great diversity of birds are found in and near Coronado National MemorialPhoto: NPS Photo

Two cavers inspect a series of calcite cave formations — Coronado Cave is a large limestone cavern with cave formations such as stalactites and stalagmitesPhoto: NPS Photo

Sun setting over the San Rafael Valley with a cane cholla in the foreground. — Sunsets from Montezuma Pass provide a beautiful opportunity to gaze out into the Sky Islands.Photo: NPS Volunteer Ron Stewart

Pink morning glories with mountain and grasslands — Each year the pink-throated morning glories bloom during monsoon season in the grasslandsPhoto: NPS Photo / D. Bly

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