This Hidden Trail In Utah Leads To A Magnificent Archaeological Treasure
We’re lucky to have tons of ancient archaeological treasures and ruins all throughout the Beehive State, and some are even accessible for the most casual hiker. Here’s a popular ruin that requires just a short hike to reach.
The trail is almost completely level, with an elevation change of just 68 feet. It's a fairly easy hike, but make sure you have plenty of water with you.
It's a pretty hike, and the canyon is fairly lush and green considering the surrounding terrain.
The area around the creek can get pretty muddy at times, and you'll definitely want to check the weather before hiking this trail - flash floods can happen in this area. Most of the year, however, the creek is fairly dry. Contact the Kane Gulch Ranger Station before you hike: (435) 587-1500.
During certain times of day (usually between 9:30 AM and noon), the sun hits the rock just right and bathes it in a warm, reddish glow. The striations in the rock about the dwelling look like flames reaching for the sky.
Please be respectful of this special place. Don't take anything, and don't do any damage. Let's keep this area beautiful for generations of Utahns to come!
The Anasazi people lived in this area between 1100 and 1200 AD. Some of the structures were used for granaries; others for residences.
The village contains the foundation of a 12-room structure, a tower and a kiva.
Before you take this hike, check out this video produced by Friends of Cedar Mesa. It gives you some good pointers about how to visit sites like House on Fire without damaging them:
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