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Tonto National Monument

Situated within rugged terrain in the northeastern part of the Sonoran Desert, these well-preserved cliff dwellings were occupied during the 13th, 14th, and early 15th centuries.
 

Prehistoric Peoples of Tonto Basin

Shallow caves overlooking Tonto Basin shelter masonry dwellings nearly 700 years old.


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The Sonoran Desert

There is an amazing diversity of life in the desert. There are snakes and cactus, but there are also frogs and wildflowers.


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Tonto Basin Tales

As prehistoric groups left Tonto Basin, other native peoples used the valley. The Spaniards arrived in the 1500's, followed by pioneers from the east, further changing what is now Arizona.
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Africanized Bees

Africanized honey bees often attempt to occupy cracks and crevices along the cliff faces. When their hives are too close, the dwellings may be temporarily closed until the bees can be removed.

During these closures, visitors will be allowed to hike the Lower Cliff Dwelling trail to within viewing distance of the ruins.

For more information about dealing with bees, click on the link. This is a Word Document.
 

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Tonto National Monument
26260 N Az Hwy 188  # 2
Roosevelt, AZ 85545

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(928) 467-2241

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(928) 467-2225

Climate

Winter: lows in the 30s, highs in the 60s.  Summer: lows in the 80s, highs 110+.
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Did You Know?
Spring can be a very colorful season at Tonto National Monument, but when will the wildflowers bloom? Rain is needed throughout the winter, and warm days are a good indicator of a full bloom ahead. If you miss the peak flowering season, remember that you’ve also missed the peak crowds.
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Last Updated: February 03, 2012 at 09:59 MST

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