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Lat: 32.005433119638944 Long: -109.35641828182577

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A dramatic monsoon season storm develops in the valley to the west of the park.

Monsoon Season: June 15 - September 30

The park can have severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, and lightning during the summer.

Remember: Turn around, don't drown! Often flash flooding can cause brief flooding of Hwy 186 between Willcox and the park. Heavy, sudden rains may require travellers to wait for water levels to drop.

Hwy 181 south of the park may have flooded washes for days or months depending on the season's cumulative rain.

If you are outside during a lightning storm, find shelter, stay low, and away from tall trees.

Winter Weather

The park can have snow, ice, rain, or warm weather conditions from November through April. Watch the forecast in advance of your visit and bring layers. Be prepared for icy and snow packed trails from January through March.

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The mountains may have high winds at any time during the year. While the campground is nestled into a relatively calm, low spot, the hiking trails can be exposed to strong winds.

 

Grills are available for campers with a campground reservation. Fire restrictions often limit use in the dry, windy months of April, May, and June.

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Fire Restrictions

Outside of Bonita Canyon Campground, there are no grills or fire rings in the park. Fires are prohibited throughout the monument at all times, except for overnight guests in Bonita Canyon Campground as described below.

When Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are not in effect:

• Fires are not allowed outside the campground.
• Overnight campground guests may use the stand-up grills provided at each campsite for cooking.
• Campers may also use portable cooking devices that have a shield and an on/off switch.
• Campers must bring their own pest-free fuel source - wood collection is prohibited.

If Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect:

• No open flames or smoking is allowed.
• Shielded propane cook stoves may be permitted.
• Specifics will be posted as soon as practical in the restrictions section at the top of this page.

Visitors looking to have a campfire for warmth or ambience, or to have a daytime picnic where fires are permitted, should consider picnic areas at Coronado National Memorial or the surrounding Coronado National Forest. Be sure to check current fire restrictions for those areas before visiting.

 

Skunk, coyote, and a coati.

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Rabies Warning

Rabies has been detected in Southeast Arizona. Do not Approach, Feed, or Touch wild animals.

Rabid animals may appearing sick, have difficulty moving, be aggressive, drool, bite, and be active during abnormal hours.

Report unusual animal observations or injuries to applicable Park or Forest Rangers or Cochise County Sheriff's Animal Control 520-432-8502.

If bitten, wash with soap and water for at least 5 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. Rabies is fatal without medical treatment.