Tumacácori National Historical Park: Alerts, Map, Weather & Trailie Planner

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.

No current NPS alerts

The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Tumacácori National Historical Park. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.

Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 30, 2026). Official Tumacácori National Historical Park page on nps.gov

Weather Information

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.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person

$10.00

The 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

Free

Accredited school groups coming for educational purposes are exempt from the normal entrance fees.

Operating Hours

Hours of Operation

These hours apply to the visitor center and mission grounds. The Anza Trail, which runs through the park, can be accessed 24/7 from other trailheads.

Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park

$35.00

The annual pass at Tumacácori is valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Planning Tumacácori National Historical Park

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Permits for live updates.

TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Tumacácori National Historical Park Tours and Guevavi and Calabazas Missions Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.