US National Monument: Chiricahua National Monument - Arizona (1924)

Located in the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona, Chiricahua National Monument is a protected area of 12,000 acres of land.

The Monument is home to an array of unique geological features such as towering rock spires, balanced rocks and columns, and rhyolite tuff structures.

Visitors can explore the Monument by taking a scenic drive along the 8-mile Bonita Canyon Scenic Drive or by hiking the many trails that wind through the Monument.

Chiricahua is home to a variety of wildlife, including coyotes, deer, and a variety of birds and reptiles.

The Monument is open year-round, offering a variety of activities and attractions.

The Chiricahua Mountains were formed by volcanic activity that occurred over 25 million years ago.

The Monument has a rich history, home to the Apache people for centuries, before being declared a national monument in 1924.

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