This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff, tells a story of ingenuity, survival and ultimately, prosperity in an unforgiving desert landscape.
Photo: NPS Photo/Sharlot Hart
Montezuma Castle National Monument
Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture.
- LocationCamp Verde, AZ
- Entrance $10 per person
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 4:45PM
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Weather now89°F Sunny
- Alerts 2 active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Archeology
- Architecture and Building
- Arts
- Birds
- Cliff Dwellings
- Climate Change
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- Fire
- Groundwater
- Native American Heritage
- Photography
- Trade
- Unique Species
Alerts (2)
CautionVisiting During Monsoon Season (July-September) All park trails are closed for 30 minutes following any lightning strikes five miles or less from the park. This include… Read more
All park trails are closed for 30 minutes following any lightning strikes five miles or less from the park. This includes Montezuma Well and the trail to see Montezuma Castle. Please check the forecast ahead of your visit.
InformationStaff Unable to Check Phone Messages at the Visitor Center At this time, staff are unable to check or receive phone messages left at the visitor center. All calls to the park are… Read more
At this time, staff are unable to check or receive phone messages left at the visitor center. All calls to the park are being routed to Tuzigoot National Monument. You can also reach the park at moca_tuzi_info@nps.gov if you need to contact the park.
Things to Do
2 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Become a Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot BARK Ranger
Fee applies
Do you think your dog has what it takes to become an official Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot Bark Ranger? Stop by the visitor center to get certified. Certification allows you to purchase an exclusive…
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View Montezuma Castle
Fee applies
Visitors can view two cliff dwellings while visiting the park, Montezuma Castle and Castle A. An accessible, 0.3 mile trail loops around the site and features many views of both the dwellings and the…
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Activities in the park
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- Camping
- Wildlife Watching
- Astronomy
- Guided Tours
- Birdwatching
- Junior Ranger Program
- Museum Exhibits
- Picnicking
- Arts and Culture
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Food
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Facilities & Services
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Montezuma Castle Visitor Center
Facility
This visitor center provides the entrance fee station, as well as bathrooms, a small museum, and the Western National Parks Association bookstore. Stop in first to get…
2800 Montezuma Castle Road, Camp Verde, AZ (928) 567-3322 Directions
Details
This visitor center provides the entrance fee station, as well as bathrooms, a small museum, and the Western National Parks Association bookstore. Stop in first to get all the information you need!
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 4:45PM · Montezuma Castle
Hours by area (2)
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Montezuma CastleDaily, 9:00AM - 4:45PM
Montezuma Castle is open daily. Please note that the park gate is one mile from the visitor center and closes at 4:45pm. Parking on the road or in front of the gate is not allowed at any time.
Monday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Thursday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Friday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Saturday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Sunday 9:00AM - 4:45PM -
Montezuma WellDaily, 9:00AM - 4:45PM
Montezuma Well, a separate unit of Montezuma Castle National Monument and is open daily. Please note that Montezuma Well is a 20-minute drive from Montezuma Castle. Parking on the road or in front of the gate is not allowed at any time.
Monday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Thursday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Friday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Saturday 9:00AM - 4:45PM Sunday 9:00AM - 4:45PM
Entrance fees
- $10Per Person
Fee details
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Per Person$10
This entrance fee covers one adult, aged 16 and over, for entrance to Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments for 7 days.
Passes
- $35Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
- Annual Entrance - Park
$35 annual pass, good for one (1) year. Will cover the entrance fee at both Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments. Available to everyone; good for card holder plus 3 adult guests. Can be obtained in person at Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument, or online at Recreation.gov. Passes are NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-TRANSFERABLE, and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.
Address
2800 Montezuma Castle RoadCamp Verde, AZ 86322
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Weather & conditions
89°F
Sunny · feels like 82°
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Today
90° 61°
Sunny1% rain
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Tomorrow
87° 60°
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Sunday
87° 61°
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What to expect by season
Summer: Hot. Temperatures range from 95°F (35°C) to 115°F (46°C). Nighttime temperatures can be much cooler, around 70°F (21°C). From July through September, heavy rains called monsoons are common in the afternoons. Winter: Cool. Highs average around 55°F (13°C); lows may be in the teens (-10°C). Snow is rare, but possible. For detailed information, visit the National Weather Service: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.61151944900047&lon=-111.8389592099997#.Vi_FZX6rSUk
Photos
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The Sinagua used space efficiently - here a storage room sits in a short cliff space below the main Castle. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Montezuma Castle: Follow I-17 to exit 289 (90 minutes north of Phoenix, 45 minutes south of Flagstaff). Drive east (through two traffic circles) for approximately 1/2 mile to the blinking red light.
Full directions
Turn left onto Montezuma Castle Road. Montezuma Well: Follow I-17 to exit 293 (north of the exit for Montezuma Castle). Continue through the towns of McGuireville and Rimrock, following the signs for 4 miles to the entrance to the Well.
Mailing address: P. O. Box 219, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
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