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Casa Grande Ruins National MonumentAfternoon view of the Casa Grande (Big House) from the south.
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Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
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Elderly Saguaro with Casa Grande Ruins 'Big House' in the distance.
NPS Photo by Jim Creager
The Casa Grande Ruins 'Big House'

Casa Grande Ruins is entered off Highway 87/287. A 3/4 mile paved entrance road leads to the parking lot and the visitor center. There is special parking for RV’s and longer vehicles. »Map and driving directions

The visitor center contains the entrance fee collection station, the bookstore, the museum, a fifteen minute video, and restrooms.

The self-guided tour consists of a short walk around the Casa Grande following wayside signs. Guided tours are provided from December through April. Please call for tour schedules.

Children ages 8-14 can participate in the park's Junior Ranger program during their visit.

A picnic area is located across the parking lot from the visitor center which has shaded tables and a raised platform to view an ancient ball court.

All areas are accessible by paved or hard-packed dirt paths. Leashed pets are welcome. Please allow one to two hours for your visit.

The Hohokam grew corn using a sophisticated irrigation system.  

Did You Know?
Farmers have grown crops in the Salt and Gila River valleys for over 2000 years. The Hohokam produced corn, squash, beans, and cotton by creating a flood irrigation system with over 1000 miles of canals.
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Last Updated: June 07, 2007 at 18:56 EST