Butler Wash Archaeological District
Butler Wash Archaeological District
In Southern Utah
The Butler Wash Archaeological District comprises the entire length of Butler Wash, from its head west of Blanding, Utah, to its confluence with the San Juan River, west of Bluff, Utah. There are many fine cliff dwellings, as well as rock art sites scattered among the cliff faces on both sides of the wash. This is wild country, so go prepared. And take care to preserve the historic value of the area. Leave only boot prints, and take only photos. Contact us for specific directions and GPS Coordinates for many of these sites.
| Area: | N/A | ||
| Elevation: | ~5,223 feet. | ||
| Fees: | None | ||
| Hours: | Open daily, year-round. | ||
| Visitor Center: | None | ||
| Facilities: | At the Butler Wash Ruins Overlook site there are descriptive kiosks, a parking area, a vault toilet, but no drinking water. | ||
| Directions: | Butler Wash Ruins Overlook Parking Area: From Blanding drive south on Utah Highway 191 for 3 miles to the junction of Utah Highway 191 and Utah Highway 95. Drive 10.5 miles west on U-95, to mile marker 110.9. The site is well signed.
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Camping
There are no established campground within the District. There is camping at Natural Bridges National Monument and at Sand Island Recreation Area.
Hiking
There is a one mile round trip primitive trail from the Butler Wash Ruins Overlook parking area to a view of cliff dwellings. Otherwise there are no established trails. Cross country hiking is permitted.
