Welcome to the Coronado National Forest

Sky Islands

The Coronado National Forest spans sixteen scattered mountain ranges or "sky islands" rising dramatically from the desert floor, supporting plant communities as biologically diverse as those encountered on a trip from Mexico to Canada.

Discover Places

Lugares especiales

Experience all four seasons during a single day's journey. Enjoy spectacular views from the mountains, wander through the desert among the giant saguaro cactus and colorful wildflowers in the morning, linger over lunch beside a mountain stream or lake, and play in the snow all before the days end.

Tenga la oportunidad de experimentar las cuatro temporadas del año en solo un día. Disfruta vistas espectaculares desde las montañas, pasea por el desierto con los saguaros gigantes y las flores coloridas en la mañana, almuerce al lado de un arroyo o lago, y juegue en la nieve antes de que se ponga el sol.

Updates from the Coronado National Forest

Learn More About the Coronado National Forest

  • Caring for the Land

    two mexican spotted owl fledgling perch in tree

    The Coronado National Forest manages public lands brimming with natural resources and diverse wildlife. Challenges include removing invasive plant species in unique native ecosystems to protect these areas from fire and preserve resources for native plants and animals.

  • Shared Stewardship

    agreement signing

    USDA Undersecretary for Natural Resources and Environment Dr. Homer Wilkes and Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs sign Shared Stewardship in Phoenix to reduce community wildfire risk and improve forest health.

Live Footage from Mt. Bigelow near Tucson, AZ
Imágenes en vivo desde Mt. Bigelow, cerca de Tucson, AZ

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Features

Santa Catalina Ranger District Trail Planning

Thanks to all the partners who volunteers who helped develop this plan!

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Recreation Planning in the Sky Islands

Aiming to gauge public enthusiasm, interest, and concern around recreation management in five identified areas around the Forest. Responses will affect recreation action plan update.

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