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A 5-story masonry dwelling sits in a cliff alcove.

Montezuma Castle National Monument

National Monument

Arizona

🟢 hikes

$10

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Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. 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.

Activities

Arts and CultureAstronomyCampingFoodGuided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum ExhibitsShoppingWildlife WatchingPicnicking

Topics

AnimalsArcheologyArchitecture and BuildingArtsClimate ChangeCommerceFireGroundwaterNative American HeritageUnique Species

Entrance fees

$10.00Entrance - Per Person

Hours

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.

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Conditions

Weather now: ☀️ Clear, 88°F

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Things to do

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Visitor centers

Montezuma Castle Visitor Center

Not an official safety source — always defer to NPS.gov and rangers for life-safety decisions.

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