Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Nestled in the heart of Arizona, between Tucson and Phoenix, rests Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. This cultural site is an extraordinary testament to the ingenuity and rich history of the ancestral Sonoran Desert people. As you traverse the lands and experience these timeless feats of engineering, you'll be transported. Explore the oldest and largest structure built by the ancestral Sonoran Desert People, whose descendants still hold the land sacred today.

Casa Grande rises from the lush desert landscape, surviving centuries and telling the story of a brilliant and complex agricultural society. Watch the inspiring park video at the visitor center and learn more from the perspectives of the O'odham, Zuni, and Hopi, who continue many of their ancestors' traditions and cultural practices. Take a tour of the grounds, pausing to read more about the culture and history of the park. Picnic in the shade near the ancient ball court and native gardens. Be sure to explore the visitor center and browse the park store for an enriched park experience at one of the oldest and most significant cultural sites in the Sonoran Desert.