Montezuma Well Sinkhole - Rimrock, AZ
Posted by: 
DopeyDuck
N 34° 38.942 W 111° 45.138
12S E 431058 N 3834380
Quick Description: Montezuma Well was formed by the collapse of a limestone cavern. Over 1 million gallons of water a day flow continuously into the Well resulting in an oasis for wildlife and humans for thousands of years.
Location: Arizona, United States
Date Posted: 1/11/2009 9:51:13 PM
Waymark Code: WM5J57
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Long Description:"Formed long ago by the collapse of a limestone cavern, over one
million gallons of water a day flows continuously into the Well.
This constant supply of warm, fresh water provides an aquatic
habitat like no other in the world, and has served as an oasis for
wildlife and humans for thousands of years." Source: National Park
Website - Montezuma Well ("http://www.nps.gov/moca/"
target="_blank">visit link)
There is lots of information on the interpretive plaques located
along the rim trail.
Montezuma Well Hours
Open Daily: 8 AM- 6 PM (June - August)
Open Daily: 8 AM -5 PM (September - May)
The entrance gate remains open during these hours seven days a week
(closed on Christmas Day). Dogs are allowed on park trails but must
remain on a leash no longer than six feet in length. Dog owners
must pick up after their pets.
Available Services
Pit toilets (flush toilets available in picnic area), contact
station, trails, and picnic area
Phone
(928)567-4521