Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument, one of the largest pueblos constructed by the pre-Columbian Sinagua people, stands atop a desert ridge overlooking the Verde Valley. This lesser-known site, compared to the nearby Montezuma Castle, boasts some of the most extensive ruins in the region. The monument features petroglyphs and pithouses, which were once entered through roof-level doors using ladders. Today, visitors can explore these ancient structures and gain insight into the lives of the Sinagua people who inhabited this area centuries ago.