Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Ajo, AZ Hours and Location

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Operating Hours & Seasons

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Park road and trails are open 24 hours. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is open 8am-5pm MST daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Standard Hours

• Sunday:Open 24 hours
• Monday:Open 24 hours
• Tuesday:Open 24 hours
• Wednesday:Open 24 hours
• Thursday:Open 24 hours
• Friday:Open 24 hours
• Saturday:Open 24 hours

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $12.00 – Organ Pipe Cactus Entrance Fee
  7 day entrance pass for the vehicle and all occupants
• $16.00 – Twin Peaks Campground Fee
  Per-night charge for one campsite.
• $10.00 – Alamo Canyon Primitive Campground
  Per night per campsite
• $5.00 – Backcountry Camping
  Per trip

About

Life Abounds in the Sonoran Desert

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 this desert preserve, chronicling thousands of years of desert living. A scenic drive, wilderness hike or a night of camping will expose you to a living desert that thrives.

Directions

The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is located on Highway 85, approximately 25 miles south of Why, AZ.

Visitor Centers

Kris Eggle Visitor Center

Kris Eggle Visitor Center includes an information desk, nature trail, exhibit hall, 15 minute film, and a bookstore.

Weather

Summer months are hot, with temperatures exceeding 100F. Winter months are milder, with temperatures in the 70s, with overnight lows in the 40s.

Permits and Reservations Information