Chiricahua National Monument becomes America’s newest national park
FILE - USA, America, Arizona, Chiricahua National Monument, scenic rocks. (Photo by: Dukas/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Chiricahua National Monument has officially become a national park.
The park was officially redesignated on Oct. 20.
Chiricahua National Park
Dig deeper:
The park is located in the southeastern corner of Arizona.
The landscape features towering rhyolite rock spires and balanced rocks formed by an ancient volcanic eruption nearly 30 million years ago, according to the Department of the Interior.
What they're saying:
"This new designation will shine a national spotlight on one of Arizona’s hidden gems, creating opportunities to welcome more visitors, strengthen local economies and share this incredible landscape with more Americans," said Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.
Visit the park
What you can do:
The park offers hiking, camping and scenic drives for visitors to enjoy.
It spans approximately 12,000 acres and is the perfect spot for stargazing.
For more information and tips for planning your visit, click here.
The Source: Information for this article was taken from the National Park Service website and the U.S. Department of the Interior website. This story was reported from San Jose.