Beta

Trip Reports

April 8, 2021
May 13, 2015

Overview

Hype:

The Ridge Trail in Pipe Spring National Monument is a very pleasant hike through the desert. Along the trail are several interpretive signs that teach visitors about the local wildflowers, historic people, and geologic features.

Trail Condition: Class 2 (Trail may have tree roots or rocks jutting out. Navigation skills may consist of following rock cairns and choosing turns at junctions. Elevation gains may be more substantial.)

Time: 30 minutes

Length: 0.5 miles round trip

Elevation Gain: 130 ft

Fees: Entrance Fee

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
	4-11
	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Features:

Structures, Ruins, Dwellings
Hiking Trails
No Drinking Water
Mountains
Marked Trails
No Restrooms
Road Access is Paved
Access Road is 2WD Accessible
Interpretive Signs
Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
Wildflowers and Vegitation
Wildlife and Birding

Getting There

Navigate to 36.863446, -112.739634.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Fredonia, Arizona

Coordinates: 36.863446, -112.739634

Interactive Guide Map

Download Guide Map

View map fullscreen.

April 8, 2021 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Tara Dye, Madilyn Dye,

Story

We had some extra time after visiting Montezuma Cave, so we drove down to Pipe Spring National Monument. The kids all got their junior ranger books then we cruised up to the fort for the tour. After touring the fort, we walked around the grounds and outbuildings. Cooper had to use the bathroom and tried to break into the old outhouse to do his duty, but it was locked, and then it was too late. We worked on the junior ranger booklets, Tara and Madi hiked the Ridge Trail, we watched the park film, and we toured the museum. Then the kids got sworn in and received their badges, and we headed out. It was fun and chill.