National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument is a National Monument in Arizona. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center; entrance fees start at $10.

Arizona National Monument America the Beautiful pass accepted

Updated Oct 28, 2026, 3:52 AM EDT · NPS Data API

A marsh with open water, cattails, and a masonry dwelling beyond. — Tuzigoot with Tavasci Marsh · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary rocks.”

— National Park Service, nps.gov/tuzi

Active alerts

Closures

Campgrounds

Visitor centers

Current alerts and closures

1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 1 information.

Information

Park Unable to Receive Phone Messages

At this time, phone messages cannot be left at the visitor center. Please email the park at [email protected] or call during operating hours if you need to contact the park.

Posted or updated Nov 14, 2025 ·Details on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

Entrance Fees: Montezuma Castle Entrance Fee - Per Adult - $10.00 This entrance fee covers one adult, aged 16 and over, for entrance to Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments for 7 days.

Entrance fees
Fee	Cost	Details
Entrance - Per Person	$10	Tuzigoot Entrance Fee - Per Adult - $10.00 This entrance fee covers one adult, aged 16 and over, for entrance to Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National… Buy online

Park passes
Pass	Cost	Buy
Annual Entrance - Park	$35	Recreation.gov

The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here.

Things to do

remains of a hilltop dwelling with walls creating square shaped rooms and a tall, central tower — Photo: NPS Photo

Visit Tuzigoot Pueblo

Walk the 0.3 mile trail that encircles the Tuzigoot pueblo, a 1,000 year old dwelling built by the Sinagua people.

30-45 Minutes Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed

Hiking

Become a Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot BARK Ranger

Do you think your dog has what it takes to become an official Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot Bark Ranger? Stop by the visitor center to get certified. Certification allows you to purchase an exclusive BARK Ranger badge from the bookstore.

30-120 Minutes Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed

Hiking

Activities the NPS lists for Tuzigoot.

Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Operating hours

Tuzigoot National Monument is open every day with the exception of Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. During regular operating hours, last vehicle entry is at 4:45 pm.

Tuzigoot National Monument
Day	Hours
Monday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Tuesday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Wednesday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Thursday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Friday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Saturday	9:00AM - 4:45PM
Sunday	9:00AM - 4:45PM

Weather: Summers are hot! Temperatures range from 95°F (35°C) to 115°F (46°C). There is no shade on the Pueblo Trail or Marsh Overlook Trail. Nighttime temperatures can be much cooler, around 70°F (21°C).

Contact and directions

Phone: 928-634-5564
Email: [email protected]
Address: 25 Tuzigoot Rd, Clarkdale, AZ 86324
Coordinates: 34.7730, -112.0279· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor center	Standard hours	Phone	Passport stamp
Tuzigoot Visitor Center	Daily: 9:00AM - 4:45PM	928-634-5564	Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Nearest other NPS sites

Sources

Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/tuzi/index.htm
Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.