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Picacho Peak State Park

P.O. Box 275

Picacho, Arizona 85241

520-466-3183

Arizona 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 Picacho Peak State 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 Picacho Peak State Park facilities include a visitor center with exhibits and a gift store, hiking trails, playground, historical markers, campground (with or without electric), 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. Come visit Picacho Peak State Park.

Cultural History Civil War Re-Enactment

Every year in March, the Picacho Peak State Park sponsors a Re-enactment of the Battle of Picacho Pass. Arizona State Parks sponsors many re-enactments of history throughout its 25 park system. Since many people only know of the battles that were fought in the eastern states, this desert battle becomes another history lesson.

The clothing, camp lifestyle, food, and stories told by the soldiers in the southwest during the 1860s make this event even more intriguing. More than 150 re-enactors from the Southwestern area camp at Picacho Peak State Park.

Spectators are welcome to tour the recreated military camps which will include demonstrations such as laundering, candle making, sewing, cooking and the fashions of the era. This is a family oriented event and will have handicap access at the Picacho Peak State Park. Please let us know if we can help you, your family or friends with any real estate in Arizona: info@MyOwnArizona.com. We are here for you!

Explore More of Tucson's Nature:

⇒ Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

⇒ Sabino Canyon

⇒ Gates Pass

⇒ Catalina State Park

⇒ Santa Catalina Mountains

⇒ Mount Lemmon & Ski Valley

⇒ Colossal Cave Mountain Park

⇒ Kartchner Caverns State Park

⇒ Picacho Peak State Park

⇒ Saguaro National Park

⇒ Pima Canyon

⇒ Oracle State Park

⇒ Tucson Botanical Gardens

⇒ Tohono Chul Park

⇒ Finger Rock Trail

⇒ International Wildlife Museum

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