Plan Your Trip

Location:
The Ironwood Forest National Monument is located 25 miles northwest of Tucson, and about one hour by highway south of Phoenix.

Driving Directions from Phoenix:
From Phoenix, travel east on I-10 to Avara Valley Road exit or to the Red Rock exit. From the Red Rock exit, travel southwest on Sasco Road to Silverbell Road.

Recreation:
The amazing array of animal and birds at the monument provides visitors with abundant opportunities for wildlife viewing. In some years, with the right mix of spring rain, a magnificent display of wildflowers greets visitors. Vehicles must remain on roads or trails.

 

Camping:
Camping is allowed up to 14 days.

Required Permits:
Activities that were permitted before the designation as a national monument are still permitted, except for new mining claims and geothermal leasing. Commercial activities require a permit. The BLM processes requests for new permits for special recreational activities (i.e. mountain biking events).

Facilities:
None

Safety:
Visits require special planning and awareness of potential hazards including rough, unmarked roads, abandoned mine shafts, venomous reptiles and insects, extreme heat and flash floods. Visitors must bring ample water and gasoline.

Maps and more information:

BLM Homepage (Arizona)

Ironwood Forest Fact Sheet/BLM

Ironwood Forest Photo Gallery/BLM

Ironwood Forest Maps/BLM

Managing Agency:
Bureau of Land Management
BLM Tucson Field Office
12661 East Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 258-7200

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