Coronado NM

The Coronado National Memorial commemorates the first organized expedition into the Southwest by conquistador Francisco Vásquez de Coronado in 1540. The memorial is located in a natural setting on the Mexico–United States border on the southeast flank of the Huachuca Mountains south of Sierra Vista, Arizona, and is bordered to the north and west by Coronado National Forest. Within the memorial, visitors can learn about the expedition through an informative ranger-led program, explore a variety of hiking trails, or simply enjoy the breathtaking views. Although the Coronado Expedition was ultimately unsuccessful, it nonetheless had a significant impact on the history of the American Southwest. Today, the Coronado National Memorial serves as a reminder of both the rich cultural heritage of this region and the ongoing importance of exploration.