Explore the mystery and complexity of an extended network of communities and irrigation canals. An Ancient Sonoran Desert People's farming community and "Great House" are preserved at Casa Grande Ruins. Whether the Casa Grande was a gathering place for the Desert People or simply a waypoint marker in an extensive system of canals and trading partners is but part of the mystique of the Ruins Read More
For More Than 650 Years the Casa Grande Has Stood as a Meeting Place and Landmark
Sivan Vah'Ki
Planning your visit to the Great House (Sivan Vah'Ki) and its neighboring ruins.
Public Tours
Guided tours are offered to the public in the late fall and winter as staff is available.
Guest Demonstrators
Weekends in the late fall and winter often feature special artists and demonstrations.
Special Events
The park presents special events, such as the American Indian Arts Fest, each year.
School Programs
Special programs are offered to school groups, including tours and crafts.
Junior Ranger Program
Children can earn a Junior Ranger award during a park visit.
Scouting Programs
Special programs for Boy and Girl Scouts are offered.
Plants of the Sonoran Desert
Desert plants are unique and have an often overlooked beauty.
Desert Dwellers
With a sharp eye and quiet shuffle, you may discover the park residents.
History and Pre-History
The story of Casa Grande Ruins goes back farther than written history and stretches through decades of change.