Tumacácori National Historical Park
Tumacácori sits at a cultural crossroads in the Santa Cruz River valley.
Photo: NPS Photo / NPS
About Tumacácori National Historical Park
Tumacácori sits at a cultural crossroads in the Santa Cruz River valley. Here O’odham, Yaqui, and Apache people met and mingled with European Jesuit and Franciscan missionaries, settlers, and soldiers, sometimes in conflict and sometimes in cooperation. Follow the timeworn paths and discover stories that connect us to enduring relationships, vibrant cultures, and traditions of long ago.
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Driving times from Tumacácori National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00The park entrance fee is $10.00 per adult (age 16 or older) and is good for 7 days. The entrance pass is valid for seven days.
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
FreeAccredited school groups coming for educational purposes are exempt from the normal entrance fees.
Hours
Hours of Operation
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Activities
Getting there
Located above the heat of the low desert, Tumacácori National Historical Park is in the mesquite highlands, close to 3,300 feet in elevation, where temperatures are five to ten degrees cooler than Tucson or Phoenix. Visiting the park in this moderate climate is pleasurable during any season of the year but remember to prepare accordingly. Bring layered clothing and drink plenty of water.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to enter Tumacácori National Historical Park?
- Entrance to Tumacácori National Historical Park starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
- What is there to do at Tumacácori National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Compass and GPS, Craft Demonstrations.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Tumacácori National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Saguaro National Park (1 h 12 min), Casa Grande Ruins National Monument (1 h 57 min), Coronado National Memorial (2 h 2 min), Fort Bowie National Historic Site (2 h 43 min), Chiricahua National Monument (2 h 58 min), Tonto National Monument (3 h 17 min).