Montezuma Castle National Monument

Montezuma Castle National Monument

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Montezuma Castle National Monument protects a set of well-preserved dwellings located in Camp Verde, Arizona, which were built and used by the …

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Jan 13, 2025
Neat little stop on our way from Phoenix to Sedona. Highly recommended. Nice smooth path for strollers and wheelchairs Full review by javkiewo2000
Jan 8, 2025
Peaceful place. It shows how a small group of people lived and farmed in this valley. An hour is enough time to walk and ask questions of the friendly National Park staff. Make sure to get a one year… Full review by JLB010
Dec 30, 2024
Wow, this place was amazing! The castle itself is very well preserved and incredible to see. The whole area is beautiful and has great information describing what you’re seeing. There is a little mus… Full review by julia13travels
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Montezuma Castle National Monument, located near Camp Verde, Arizona, in the Southwestern United States, features well-preserved cliff-dw…
touristlink.com
Among the country’s foremost National Monuments, the Montezuma Castle National Monument boasts rich history and heritage. C…
cityseeker.com
Montezuma Castle is actually one of the United State's first National Monuments. This five story 50 room cliff dwelling is one of the best preser…
theoutbound.com
Montezuma Castle National Monument protects a set of well-preserved dwellings located in Camp Verde, Arizona, which were built and u…
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Facts

Located:Yavapai County, Arizona, United States
Area:859.27 acres (347.73 ha)
Visitors:390,151 (in 2018)

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Can we see the Montezuma well also in a self guided tour of the castle?
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They are at two different locations, but yes both are self guided
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Good afternoon. is the trail to the castle and back easy for someone who is wheelchair bound?
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The path is paved with asphalt. It is mostly flat. We had someone with us who was using a cane and she had no issues.
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This looks interesting. Do you just see the outside and you can’t go in? Thank you
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No, you can't go inside the cliff dwelling.
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Question for photographers. What is the best time of day to photograph Montezuma Castle? Would prefer it not be in …
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Question for photographers. What is the best time of day to photograph Montezuma Castle? Would prefer it not be in shade and not noon day sun.
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I was there in the mid to late afternoon and thought it was perfect.
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can i drive close to the cliff dwelling and view it as my wife cannot walk far
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I don't think so. It is viewable from the parking area, but not a lot. It can be a very short walk to look up close.
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