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Montezuma Castle

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An early photo of Montezuma Castle National Monument prior to 1951, when visitors were still allowed to explore the inside of the ruins.

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Spend a few hours and discover the incredible legacy of an ancient people. Montezuma Castle National Monument.

A self-guided, 1/3-mile loop trail leads you past an incredible 5-story cliff dwelling, through a beautiful sycamore grove and along spring-fed Beaver Creek, one of only a few perennial streams in Arizona.

Ranger programs are offered daily (ask a park ranger for details when you arrive). Dogs, on leashes no longer than 6 feet) are welcome on the park's trails. Pet owners must clean up after their animals.

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1968 Divers at MOWE

Did You Know?
Groups of divers have explored Montezuma Well nine times. This picture from 1968 shows one of the first expeditions. The divers found that the Well is 55ft deep with fissures for springs reaching 120 and 140ft deep.
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Last Updated: September 13, 2011 at 09:59 MST