Ridge Top Ruin - Cedar Mesa

Ridge Top
Anasazi Ruins

Cedar Mesa
Hiking

Ridge Top Ruins are located at the top of Comb Ridge with a commanding view of the surrounding area. The ruins themselves are marginal by Butler Wash standards, but the imposing view looking west over Cedar Mesa more then makes up for any short comings the ruins might have.

Circle of Friends:
Ridge Top Ruins are part of the "Circle of Friends" program. Members of the "Circle of Friends" have access to more specific information, explicit route information, GPS waypoints, trailhead location and detailed maps. If you would like more information on joining the "Circle of Friends" visit the sign up page.

"Circle of Friends"

General Information:
Ridge Top Ruins are one of the longer Butler Wash hikes. The ruins are accessible year round in good weather. A GPS is extremely useful in verifying you are on the correct route. The area is criss crossed with confusing roads and trails. Ridge Top Ruin is rated 1A II using the Canyon Rating System.

Sierra and Stormy hiking back to the trailhead.

Trailhead Information:
The trailhead is usually accessible to all vehicles in good weather.

Please take only pictures and leave only footprints.

Ridge Top Ruins are located in the alcove in the center of the picture.

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