Picacho Peak State Park

15520 Picacho Peak Rd I 10 Ex
Picacho, AZ 85241
(520) 466-3183


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Picacho Peak has always been a landmark for tribes, early explorers, pioneers and modern day travelers. In 1846, the Mormon Battalion, on their way to California to fight in the war with Mexico, constructed a wagon road through Picacho Pass. The Peak was also the site of the westernmost battle of the Civil War. On April 15, 1862, a detachment of Union soldiers from California attacked a Confederate scouting party. The battle lasted for one-to-two hours and three Union soldiers were killed. Every spring, “The Civil War in the Southwest” is re-enacted at Picacho Peak, including military camps and living history demonstrations.

Hours: Daily from 8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Prices: Entrance and camping fees apply. Please call park for current fee information (520) 466-3183