Entrance - Per Person
$10.00This entrance fee covers one adult, aged 16 and over, for entrance to Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments for 7 days.
AZ
Montezuma Castle National Monument
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 4:45PM
Entrance Fee
$10.00
Entrance - Per Person
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Montezuma Castle at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- View Montezuma Castle
- Nearby city
- Camp Verde, AZ
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About Montezuma Castle National Monument
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.
Weather Information
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
Entrance Fees
Operating 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.
- Monday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Friday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 4:45PM
Montezuma Well
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.
- Monday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Friday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 4:45PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 4:45PM
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$35.00$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.
Common questions
Planning Montezuma Castle National Monument
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Montezuma Castle. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
