
The Trek Details
The Trek in a snapshot
Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
Mesa Verde National Park
Not allowed
Entrance fees
None
Not allowed
Easy dirt trail. Very short hike
Cedar Tree Tower
Bring a bottle of water if needed
Spring, summer, fall
About 1/10 mile
Less than 15 minutes
7108 ft
Varies slightly
Varies slightly


Cedar Tree Tower: 37.19848, -108.48228

The Trail
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.