The Trek in a snapshot
Location
Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
Managing Agency
Mesa Verde National Park
Pets
Not allowed
Fees
Entrance fees
Restrooms
None
Camping
Not allowed
Trail Condition
Easy dirt trail. Very short hike
Sights
Cedar Tree Tower
Water Info
Bring a bottle of water if needed
Best Season
Spring, summer, fall
Distance
About 1/10 mile
Time Required
Less than 15 minutes
Parking Elevation
7108 ft
Summit Elevation
Varies slightly
Elevation Difference
Varies slightly
Trek Planner Maps
Cedar Tree Tower: 37.19848, -108.48228
Experience. Discover. Explore.
Follow along on our adventure then go out on your own!
This is another easy adventure in Mesa Verde. You just pull up in your vehicle and walk the 25 ft and that’s it! Sometimes an easy adventure is a nice change from the long hikes!
Not much is known about Cedar Tree Tower other than it was probably built around the years 1100 to 1300. It overlooks the valley below and is at a great vantage point to the surrounding mesa.
There is a small tower and a kiva next to it. You will notice that inside the kiva there is a small tunnel that leads to the tower.
The kiosk states that this tower may have been part of ceremonies or it could have been some type of observation spot.
Personal Thoughts
If you are looking for a short and easy adventure to some great ruins then this is for you.
