Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant groups that lived in the Tonto Basin. Together they formed a new ideology, which archeologists refer to as Salado. Today, descendants of the cliff dwellers continue to call Arizona home.
Join Tonto National Monument to celebrate the festive season at the Luminary Event on Saturday, December 14 from 6-9 pm. The trail will close to uphill hiking at 8 pm.