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Welcome to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument preserves an Ancient Sonoran Desert People farming community and "Great House." Created as the nation’s first archeological reserve in 1892, the site was declared a National Monument in 1918.

National Park Week at Casa Grande Ruins.  Please see "News Releases" and "Scheduled Events" for information on this and other park events.

 
American Indian Music Fest

American Indian Music Fest

The second annual American Indian Music Fest at Casa Grande Ruins National Monument was held on January 30-31, 2010. Click here or on the logo for more information.
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History and Culture

History and Culture

Learn about the ancient Hohokam culture and the rich history of Casa Grande Ruins National Monument.
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A Park Ranger welcomes a visiting school group.

For Kids and Teachers

Kids: Unravel some of the mysteries and learn about the people who built the Casa Grande with our Fun Facts pages.

Teachers: Plan a visit, make reservations, peruse on-site activities and request fee waivers at the Teachers Corner.

 

Write to

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
1100 West Ruins Drive
Coolidge, AZ 85128

Phone

Visitor Information
(520) 723-3172

Fax

(520) 723-7209

Climate

This is desert country. Summer daytime temperatures may exceed 100 degrees. Winter temperatures range from the 60's to the 80's. Spring and fall are warm and dry, with highs in the 80's and 90's. During summer months, be prepared for hot temperatures. Protective clothing, hats, sunscreen and personal water containers are highly recommended.
Communities Surrounding Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Coolidge, AZ (4 min. ) Pop. 7,786
Valley Farms, AZ (9 min. )
Florence, AZ (12 min. ) Pop. 17,054
Cottonwood, AZ (14 min. ) Pop. 9,179
Sacaton, AZ (20 min. ) Pop. 1,584
Eloy, AZ (24 min. ) Pop. 10,375
Casa Grande, AZ (26 min. ) Pop. 25,224
Picacho, AZ (27 min. )
Bapchule, AZ (30 min. )
Arizona City, AZ (31 min. ) Pop. 4,385
 Chandler, AZ (32 min. ) Pop. 176,581
Queen Creek, AZ (33 min. ) Pop. 4,316
Chandler Heights, AZ (35 min. )
Gilbert, AZ (37 min. ) Pop. 109,697
Stanfield, AZ (39 min. ) Pop. 651
Higley, AZ (39 min. )
Mesa, AZ (43 min. ) Pop. 396,375
Superior, AZ (44 min. ) Pop. 3,254
Apache Junction, AZ (49 min. ) Pop. 31,814