Gatlin Site, Archaeological site in Gila Bend, Arizona, US.
The Gatlin Site spans 300 acres along the Gila River, containing residential structures, platform mounds, and two ceremonial ball courts from ancient settlements.
During excavations in 1959, archaeologists William Walsay and Alfred Johnson discovered this settlement that housed 500 inhabitants between 800 AD and 1200 AD.
The location served as a central point for Hohokam trade routes, evidenced by recovered artifacts including copper bells, marine shells, and macaw feathers.
The archaeological site maintains restricted access while conservation efforts continue, and visitors need prior arrangements through local administration for entry.
Among the discoveries at Gatlin Site lies one of the earliest documented platform mounds of the Hohokam period in the Sonoran Desert region.
Location: Arizona
GPS coordinates: 32.98639,-112.70194
Latest update: March 14, 2025 06:15
State Farm Stadium
72.8 km
Phoenix Raceway
56.5 km
Basin and Range Province
65.6 km
Mystery Castle
72.5 km
Desert Sky Pavilion
69.5 km
South Mountain Park
70.6 km
White Tank Mountains
66.6 km
Sonoran Desert National Monument
13 km
Wildlife World Zoo
68.2 km
Painted Rock Petroglyph Site
32.6 km
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
70 km
Painted Rock Dam
30.8 km
Gillespie Dam Highway Bridge
27.5 km
Islamic Community Center of Phoenix
74.7 km
Jain Center of Greater Phoenix
71.2 km
Cartwright Elementary School District
73 km
House of the Future
75.8 km
Isanaklesh Peaks
26.1 km
Ajo Peak
74.9 km
Hassayampa Bridge
40.3 km
Sachs-Webster House
62.4 km
Del Monte Market
68.7 km
Laveen School Auditorium
65 km
Wigwam Resort
66 km
Sterling Grove Golf Course
71.4 km
Gila Bend Visitor Center and Museum
5.3 km
Stout's Hotel
4.5 km
Avon Theatre
59.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes