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is believed that the Ball Room Cave ruins were inhabited during
the 12th and 13th Centuries. The main ruin is located on a
ledge 2/3 of the way up a small cliff face. It is located
in an alcove above the west side of the trail. It is visible
from the trail below. A small trail leads to the ruin. Please
watch your footing.
The
second ruin is located several hundred yards beyond the first
ruin. The third ruin is several hundred yards past the second
ruin. Both of the ruins are located on the west side of the
canyon.
The
main ruin opens up to a small cave, the "ballroom," which is not visible from
the bottom of the wash. A flashlight is advised for exploring
the back of the cave.
The
second ruin can be difficult to access, and the ruin cannot
be seen from the canyon floor. A ladder may or may not be
present.
Ruin
III is not remarkable in any manner.
Hiking
time is approximately 2-4 hours roundtrip. The hike does require some basic route finding, and a little
experience in locating ruins.
Please
note, these ruins have NOT been stabilized. Explore at your
own risk. Please do not remove or rearrange any artifacts
that may be present. Please do not climb on or touch the walls.
Location: Ballroom Cave is located in Southeastern Utah. The ruins are
east of Comb Ridge on Cedar Mesa. Have fun finding the ruins!
Climate: This is high desert. Summer temperatures easily exceed 100
degrees Fahrenheit. Winter temperatures can go below freezing.
Hikers should carry plenty of water and be prepared for conditions.
Butler
Wash Ruins and Mule Canyon Ruins are in the vicinity.
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