Montezuma Castle was built in an alcove about 90 feet up a cliff. This protects the dwelling from flooding.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
National Monument · AZ
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesMontezuma Castle National Monument Temporarily Closed
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesStaff Unable to Check Phone Messages at the Visitor Center
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$10
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; New Year's Day
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available14 activities
Park Name
InfoMontezuma Castle National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoAZ
Phone
Info9285673322
moca_tuzi_info@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$35
Operating Hours
InfoMontezuma 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.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Montezuma Castle Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, Archeology, Cliff Dwellings + 11 more
Weather Info
InfoSummer: 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
Getting There
InfoMontezuma 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. T
Location
Info34.6224° N, -111.8148° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website