Chiricahua National Monument
🇺🇸United States
Chiricahua National Monument, located in southeastern Arizona, USA, is a 12,025-acre park renowned for its geological features, particularly the extensive vertical rock formations known as "hoodoos." Established in 1924, the area is characterized by rhyolite rock formations resulting from volcanic activity.
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The park is part of the Chiricahua Mountains and offers over 17 miles of hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its diverse ecosystems. The rock formations reach up to several stories high and were formed approximately 27 million years ago. The area is accessible via Arizona State Route 181 and is managed by the National Park Service.