Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center
Facility · Arizona ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Coronado National Memorial (National Memorial) · Restricted Access
- 5,241 ft
- Elevation
The visitor center includes in-depth exhibits on the Coronado Expedition of 1540-1542, as well as thorough information about the natural history of the park. There are hands-on displays of 16th century clothing and armor for visitors to try on, and interactive exhibits in English and Spanish. A 14-foot picture window provides visitors with a wonderful opportunity to view and photograph the flora and fauna in a relaxed atmosphere.
Getting there
From the city of Sierra Vista continue south on Hwy 92 about 20 miles and turn right onto S. Coronado Memorial Drive. Follow Coronado Memorial Drive (it will turn into E Montezuma Canyon Rd) 5 miles to the Visitor Center.
31.34625, -110.25373 · 31°20'46.5"N 110°15'13.4"W
Typical weather
Typically 92°F in Jun, down to 58°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 59 | 62 | 68 | 75 | 83 | 92 | 89 | 87 | 84 | 77 | 67 | 58 |
| Low °F | 33 | 35 | 39 | 45 | 52 | 60 | 63 | 62 | 58 | 50 | 40 | 34 |
| Precip in | 1.6 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 1.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center?
- No. Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (520) 366-5515
- Email coro_interpretation@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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