Tonto National Monument
Hours
Open daily · 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Entrance Fee
$10.00
Entrance - Per Person
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Tonto at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Hike the Lower Cliff Dwelling Trail
- Nearby city
- Roosevelt, AZ
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Permits & Reservations(2)
Salt River Canyon Wilderness Permit
ReserveOverview: The Upper Salt River runs through the Salt River Canyon Wilderness, often referred to as Arizona's other Grand Canyon. While it lacks the size of the Grand Canyon, it certainly measures up in terms of outstanding, rugged geology and sheer scenic beauty. It is one of a f…
Bob Bear Trailhead
ReserveThe Bob Bear Trailhead is accessed via Fossil Creek Rd from the town of Strawberry. The Bob Bear Trail provides access to the headwaters of the Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River and the Fossil Springs Wilderness on the Tonto and Coconino National Forests. The trail begins at an…
Common questions
Planning Tonto National Monument
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Salt River Canyon Wilderness Permit and Bob Bear Trailhead. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
