National Park · Arizona, United States
Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park is a national park in Arizona, United States, covering 92,800 acres (37,555 ha), established in 1994; it recorded 847,749 visits in 2025.
Photo: Saguaro Pictures via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped and resized for display.
Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Arizona, United States |
| Area | 92,800 acres (37,555 ha) |
| Established | 1994 |
| Annual visits (2025) | 847,749 |
| Highest point | Mica Mountain — 2,642 m (8,668 ft) |
| Coordinates | 32.2500° N, 110.5000° W |
| Managed by | National Park Service |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park is a national park of the United States in southeastern Arizona. The 92,000-acre (37,000 ha) park consists of two separate areas—the Tucson Mountain District (TMD), about 10 miles (16 km) west of Tucson, and the Rincon Mountain District (RMD), about 10 miles (16 km) east of the city. Both districts preserve Sonoran Desert landscapes, fauna, and flora, including the giant saguaro cactus.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
October to April — mild temperatures; summers are very hot
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Tucson International Airport |
| Getting there | The 92,000-acre (37,000 ha) park consists of two separate areas—the Tucson Mountain District (TMD), about 10 miles (16 km) west of Tucson, and the Rincon Mountain District (RMD), about 10 miles (16 km) east of the city. |
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | No |
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Airports near this park
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- Tucson International Airport (TUS) · Tucson, United States · 27.3 miles away
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) · Phoenix, United States · 119.8 miles away
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Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
Patagonia Lake State Park
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Saguaro National Park?
Saguaro National Park is in Arizona, United States (32.2500° N, 110.5000° W).
When was Saguaro National Park established?
Saguaro National Park was established in 1994, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Saguaro National Park?
Saguaro National Park covers 92,800 acres (37,555 ha).
How many people visit Saguaro National Park each year?
It recorded 847,749 recreation visits in 2025, the latest published figure.
What is the highest point in Saguaro National Park?
The highest point is Mica Mountain, at 2,642 metres (8,668 ft).
When is the best time to visit Saguaro National Park?
October to April — mild temperatures; summers are very hot.
Does Saguaro National Park have campgrounds?
No — Saguaro National Park has no campgrounds.
How do I get to Saguaro National Park?
The nearest town is Tucson, Arizona. The nearest airport is Tucson International Airport. The 92,000-acre (37,000 ha) park consists of two separate areas—the Tucson Mountain District (TMD), about 10 miles (16 km) west of Tucson, and the Rincon Mountain District (RMD), about 10 miles (16 km) east of the city.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_United_States_National_Park_System_official_units — Wikipedia list of National Park System official units — unit name, state, official designation.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_areas_in_the_United_States_National_Park_System — Wikipedia list of National Park System areas — year established and gross area.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_parks_of_the_United_States — Wikipedia list of US national parks — coordinates, established date, area, recreation visitors (2025), description.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saguaro_National_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/sagu/ — Official park page.