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National Monument · AZ

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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 the Sonoran Desert, chronicling thousands of years of desert living. A wilderness hike, a scenic drive, or a night of camping will expose you to a living desert abounding with hidden life.

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Photos

Organ pipe cactus and mountains at sunset
Visit the only place in the U.S. where you can see large stands of organ pipe cacti.
sun setting on a green organ pipe cactus
Experience the only place in the US where the Organ Pipe Cactus naturally grows
View of Alamo Canyon trail, flanked by saguaros and vegetation with mountains in background
Capture amazing views from trails and scenic drives
Sonoran pronghorn with cholla stuck to its face
Experience the wildlife of the most biodiverse desert in North America
A saguaro cactus with white blooms, with reddish mountains in the background
Experience the rich assemblage of cacti at Organ Pipe Cactus.

Activities

  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horse Camping (see also camping)
  • Horseback Riding
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store