Montezuma Well
Rimrock, AZ
A limestone sinkhole fed by a constant spring, ringed by small cliff dwellings and a Sinagua irrigation ditch. Free; part of Montezuma Castle National Monument, 17 km away.
- Nearest town
- Rimrock, AZ
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 34.6490, -111.7520
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- FR 120A DispersedCampsite7 mi from Montezuma WellTentsCaravans
- Camp AvalonCampsite12 mi from Montezuma WellTentsShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Angel Valley Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite13 mi from Montezuma WellTentsCaravans
- Javalina Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite14 mi from Montezuma WellTentsCaravans
- Rockview Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite14 mi from Montezuma WellTentsCaravans
- Surprise Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite15 mi from Montezuma WellTentsCaravans
All campsites in Arizona · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Montezuma Well?
Montezuma Well is in Rimrock, AZ, at GPS 34.6490, -111.7520. It is about 5 mi from Montezuma Castle.
Can you camp near Montezuma Well?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Lawrence Crossing Dispersed Camping Area, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 51 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Montezuma Well?
Montezuma Well is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Verde Valley and Oak Creek Canyon: Phoenix to Flagstaff and Red rocks, a copper town and Sinagua ruins: by camper through Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, the Verde Valley and on to Jerome.
What is there to see near Montezuma Well?
Places worth a stop nearby: Montezuma Castle National Monument (5 mi), Chapel of the Holy Cross (13 mi), Red Rock Crossing (Crescent Moon) (13 mi) and Slide Rock State Park (20 mi).
When is the best time to visit Montezuma Well?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)