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Tumacácori National Historical Park: fees, hours, camping and when to visit
Tumacácori National Historical Park is a unit of the National Park System in Arizona[4]. NPS lists a $10 entrance fee per person, and the park accepts the America the Beautiful pass[5][6].
Entrance fees and passes
Fees as listed by the National Park Service. Fees change, so confirm on the park's official fees page before you go.
The America the Beautiful pass is accepted here[6].
Entrance fee payment is cashless (card or mobile payment)[8].
America the Beautiful passes cover entrance fees at national parks and other federal recreation sites.
| Pass | Who can get it | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Annual Pass[9] | US citizens and residents | $80 |
| Non-Resident Annual Pass[9] | Non-US residents | $250 |
| Senior Annual Pass[9] | US citizens and residents 62+ years old | $20 |
| Senior Lifetime Pass[9] | US citizens and residents 62+ years old | $80 |
| Military Annual Pass[9] | Current US military and dependents | Free |
| Military Lifetime Pass[9] | Gold Star Family members and veterans | Free |
| Access Pass[9] | US citizens and residents with permanent disability | Free |
| 4th Grade Pass[9] | US 4th graders | Free |
| Volunteer Pass[9] | Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours | Free |
When to visit and hours
NPS describes the climate here as moderate and says a visit is pleasurable in any season, and says to bring layers and plenty of water[10]. In 2025 the busiest month was March with 5,741 recreation visits[1]. July had 890 visits and June had 1,005[1]. The listed hours cover the visitor center and mission grounds[11]. NPS lists closures on Thanksgiving Day, 2026-11-26, and on Christmas Day, 2026-12-25[11]. The Anza Trail runs through the park and can be reached at any hour from other trailheads, according to NPS[11]. Check the official park page for current hours before you go.
Show visits by month
| Month, 2025 | Recreation visits |
|---|---|
| January | 3,841 |
| February | 4,910 |
| March | 5,741 |
| April | 3,066 |
| May | 2,157 |
| June | 1,005 |
| July | 890 |
| August | 1,372 |
| September | 1,034 |
| October | 0 |
| November | 1,295 |
| December | 3,138 |
Pets and dogs
The national NPS pet rule says pets must be crated, caged or on a leash of six feet or less where they are allowed[12]. Pets are not allowed in public buildings, and service animals are excepted[12]. NPS marks pets as permitted on 2 of its 10 listed things to do, Hike the Santa Cruz River and the Anza Trail hike from Tumacácori to Tubac[13]. A park can close more areas to pets, so ask at the visitor center[12].
Before you go
- NPS says entrance fees here are cashless, so bring a card or use mobile payment[8].
- The $10 fee is per adult age 16 or older, and NPS says it is good for 7 days[5].
- The Annual Entrance - Park pass costs $35 and NPS says it is valid for one year from purchase[7].
- The Resident Annual Pass for America the Beautiful costs $80 on the NPS passes page[9].
- NPS notes that 2 of the 10 listed things to do require a reservation[13]. Fees and hours change, so confirm on the official park page.
Questions people ask
- How much is the entrance fee at Tumacácori?
- NPS lists $10 per adult age 16 or older, good for 7 days[5]. Payment is cashless[8].
- Does Tumacácori accept the America the Beautiful pass?
- Yes, NPS says the park accepts it for entrance[6]. The Senior Annual Pass is listed at $20 and the Access Pass is listed as free[9].
- When is the busiest month at Tumacácori?
- In 2025 the busiest month was March with 5,741 recreation visits[1].
- Are dogs allowed at Tumacácori?
- NPS lists pets as permitted on 2 of its things to do, the Santa Cruz River hike and the Anza Trail hike to Tubac[13]. Pets must be on a leash of six feet or less where allowed[12].
- Is Tumacácori closed on holidays?
- NPS lists closures on Thanksgiving Day, 2026-11-26, and Christmas Day, 2026-12-25[11].
Facts and sources
- NPS recreation visits by month, 2025 (chart on this page). NPS Visitor Use Statistics
- NPS recreation visits per year: 2021: 33,357, 2022: 38,786, 2023: 37,872, 2024: 35,256, 2025: 28,449. NPS Visitor Use Statistics
- Visitor centers listed by NPS: 1 (Tumacácori Visitor Center and Museum). National Park Service
- Tumacácori National Historical Park is a unit of the U.S. National Park System (designation: National Historical Park) in Arizona. National Park Service
- Entrance fee, Per Person: $10. National Park Service
- Tumacácori National Historical Park accepts the America the Beautiful (interagency) pass for entrance. National Park Service
- Annual Entrance - Park: $35. National Park Service
- Entrance fees at Tumacácori National Historical Park are cashless (cards or mobile payment, no cash) according to NPS. National Park Service
- America the Beautiful pass prices (table on this page). NPS Passes
- NPS weather and seasons overview for Tumacácori National Historical Park. National Park Service
- 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. Listed exceptions: Closed Thanksgiving Day 2026-11-26 to 2026-11-26... National Park Service
- National Park Service rule 36 CFR 2.15: where pets are allowed they must be crated, caged or on a leash no longer than six feet at all times, and pets are not allowed in public buildings, on public transportation or on designated swimming beaches (service... eCFR, 36 CFR 2.15
- NPS lists 10 things to do at Tumacácori National Historical Park: See More Missions, Become a Tumacácori Junior Ranger, Explore the Mission Grounds, Hike the Santa Cruz River, Join a Guided Tour, Hike the Anza Trail from Tumacácori to Tubac, AZ, Indulge... National Park Service