- Picacho Peak is made of rhyolite, which is mostly quartz and feldspar ... not a volcanic cone, but is part of a partially eroded volcanic flow
- The peak is well-known for outstanding displays of spring wildflowers, especially the Mexican Gold Poppies ("Simply mind-boggling!" says Jim)
- Picacho Peak is also the name of a state park that surrounds the peak
- Picacho Peak is also the site of the only Civil War battle in Arizona territory, which took place in 1862
- Located about 40 miles northwest of Tucson along Interstate Highway I-10
- Picacho Peak is also the site of the only Civil War battle in Arizona territory, which took place in 1862
- Located about 40 miles northwest of Tucson along Interstate Highway I-10
Website ==> azstateparks.com/picacho
A view from inside park grounds ...
