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Montezuma Castle National Monument

1620 W. Finnie Flats Road, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
520-567-3322
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Ranked #2 of 8 attractions in Camp Verde
Type: Historic Sites, Ancient Ruins
Activities: Birdwatching, Group tours/walking tour
Description: This stone castle built into a shallow cave on a cliff was once a six-story dwelling with 45 rooms.
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Menifee, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Loved visiting this as it gives you a peek into the history of the Verde Valley. Amazing that they were able to build this in the walls of the cliff and walk up and down the cliff every day to access their home.

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Clackamas, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Interesting ruins! As you walk, it is almost a surprise to see the ruins high up in the wall of the hill. Worth the stop & short drive off I17! Small info center.

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Tempe, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

These ruins are some of the best preserved Indian ruins in the Southwest! I was very impressed with the size and location of these ruins. The trails are very easily walked around this National Monument with picnic tables, shade structures and a nice gift shop too. Pets are welcome on a leash!

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North Las Vegas, Nevada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Was told that this was a wonderful place to visit, so on our Honeymoon we visited and really enjoyed seeing how others live and adapted to their environment. A great spot to add to before or after your visit to Sedona.

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Bethel, Connecticut
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We stopped by on our way up to Sedona, and were so glad we did. It's a beautiful spot and nice little walk.

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Santee, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This historical attraction should be part of anyone's trip plan. To see what ancient peoples felt was necessary for their well-being is astonishing to me. One of the highlights of our family's recent roadtrip.

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RIO RANCHO
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Montezuma Castle is truly stunning. Located very close to Flagstaff, Sedona and Jerome this is a must see location. The beauty of this totally intact cliff dwelling is second to none. My only disappointment at having to view it from afar was tempered with the realization that if tourists were actually able to go into the dwelling that it would... More

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Hot Springs, Arkansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013 via mobile

This is a must do such a beautiful peaceful spot ! So much information and artifacts and the view down river is amazing ! Don't skip the well either ! Enjoy!

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Dublin, New Hampshire
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12 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

We really enjoyed our visit to this ancient cliff dwelling and environs. The park was very nice and they gave us a lot of information, both in talks and handouts and maps of the area. The flora and fauna are a large part of the presentation. We were lucky enough to go during National Parks week, and the mere $5... More

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Cordova, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Montezuma Castle is an amazing cliff dwelling, several stories high, carved into a huge cliff and towering over the valley below. There is an informative Visitor's Center and Museum and an easy concrete walkway to the base of the castle cliff. A longer walking trail along the river leads you past the local flora and fauna and loops back to... More

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