Getting to Chiricahua National Park
Chiricahua National Park sits in AZ, United States, with Willcox the nearest town of any size — about 33.2 mi (53.4 km) out, or roughly 1 hr 9 min of driving.
Drive times from Chiricahua National Park
Chiricahua National Park sits close enough to Saguaro National Park, White Sands National Park, and Petrified Forest National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Saguaro National Park | 110 mi (177 km) | 3 hr 3 min |
| White Sands National Park | 184 mi (295 km) | 4 hr 48 min |
| Petrified Forest National Park | 202 mi (325 km) | 5 hr 14 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Willcox | 33.2 mi (53.4 km) | 1 hr 9 min |
| Tombstone | 47.4 mi (76.2 km) | 1 hr 34 min |
| Douglas | 47.7 mi (76.7 km) | 1 hr 34 min |
| Saint David | 51.7 mi (83.2 km) | 1 hr 40 min |
| Bisbee | 52 mi (83.7 km) | 1 hr 41 min |
| Benson | 55.9 mi (90 km) | 1 hr 46 min |
| Safford | 60.7 mi (97.6 km) | 1 hr 53 min |
| Thatcher | 62.8 mi (101 km) | 1 hr 56 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Chiricahua National Park?
Willcox, about 33.2 mi (53.4 km) away — roughly 1 hr 9 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Chiricahua National Park?
The practical bases are Willcox, Tombstone, and Douglas — all within a reasonable drive of the park.