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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.
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
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Recreation
Camping, hiking, birdwatching, visiting historic areas, exploring the wilderness. Don't forget about outdoor safety and FAQs about dogs!
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Find Your Way
Maps for every need, the way you want them:
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Passes/Permits
Purchase your passes and permits online or at your destination.
Now Hiring!
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Applications Open for Fire and Fire-Support Jobs
Region 3 is accepting applications for permanent positions through January 27. Temporary position applications will open on January 27. Duty stations are located across Arizona and New Mexico.
Learn More About the Coronado National Forest
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Caring for the Land
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.
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Shared Stewardship
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.
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Recreación
Campamento, senderismo, avistamiento de aves, áreas históricas, y naturaleza. ¡No te olvides de la seguridad al aire libre y de las preguntas frecuentes sobre los perros!
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Pases/Permisos
Compre sus pases y permisos en línea o en su destino.
Live Footage from Mt. Bigelow near Tucson, AZ
Imágenes en vivo desde Mt. Bigelow, cerca de Tucson, AZ
Features
Santa Catalina Ranger District Trail Planning
Thanks to all the partners who volunteers who helped develop this plan!
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.