Tonto National Monument, Arizona

Tonto National Monument is a site preserving remains of the Salado culture of Native Americans in Arizona. The desert site in on an arid terrain watered by the Salt River, enabling it to sustain life.

Within Tonto National Monument are the remains of cliff dwellings dating from the 13th to the early 15th centuries. The people of the Salado culture practised hunting and gathering. They create potteries and textile that fine craftsmanship.

Tonto National Monument, Arizona
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The site, which is surrounded by the Tonto National Forest, was established as the Tonto National Monument Archaeological District on 21 October, 1907. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on 15 October 1966.

Visiting Tonto National Monument, Arizona

Tonto National Monument is located about 2 hours east of Phoenix. Take US Highway 60 heading east out of Phoenix until Globe/Miami, then exit to Arizona State Highway 188 and head north for 25 miles to reach the national monument. The site is open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, closed on Christmas Day. Entrance fee is $3.00 per adult valid for 7 days, children under 16 enter free.

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