Organ pipe cactus and mountains at sunset

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.

Entrance fees

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle

    Valid for 7 days. This fee includes all occupants of a non-commercial vehicle.

    $25.00

  • Entrance - Motorcycle

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

    $20.00

  • Entrance - Per Person

    Valid for 7 days. This fee applies to bicycles and walk-ins (per person)

    $15.00

Operating hours

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

The monument is open 365 days a year and park roads and trails are open 24 hours. There is no gate at the monument entrance; entrance fees are paid for at the visitor center. There is no dispersed camping allowed anywhere in the monument. US-Mexico Border hours are 6 am-8 pm. The main season for visitors is December through the end of April, during the mild winter months and wildflower season. Campgrounds may fill during this time; check Recreation.gov for campsite availability.

Campgrounds