Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument is an archaeological site with a pueblo complex perched on a limestone ridge containing about 110 rooms spread across multiple levels and connected by stone walkways. A museum on-site displays artifacts and offers context for understanding the settlement's layout and daily functions.

The Sinagua people built and inhabited this settlement between 1000 and 1400 CE, developing farming methods near the Verde River. The site grew into a larger complex during this period before residents eventually abandoned the area.

The museum displays pottery, tools, and textiles that show how the Sinagua people lived and worked in their daily routines. These objects help visitors understand the practical aspects of life in this ancient community.

The site is open daily and visitors can walk a trail that loops around the pueblo structure at the top of the ridge. The vantage point from the highest sections offers wide views across the valley and surrounding landscape.

The property includes Tavasci Marsh, a 12-acre wetland that supports diverse bird species and represents one of Arizona's few remaining riparian habitats today. This living ecosystem shows how crucial water sources were to the ancient inhabitants and the surrounding environment.

Location: Yavapai County

Inception: July 25, 1939

Operator: United States National Park Service

Website: http://nps.gov/tuzi

GPS coordinates: 34.77090,-112.02600

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08