House on Fire in Monument Valley region of Grand CirclePhoto by Mike McGlew

House on Fire

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Highlights
checkmark grey iconArcheological site
checkmark grey iconAncient ruins
checkmark grey iconHiking
checkmark grey iconCanyons
checkmark grey iconUnique landscapes
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I’d go to House on Fire for canyon scenery.

More about this place

House on Fire is a popular photography destination located in the South Fork of Mule Canyon. It is named for the striking resemblance the rock formations have to a house on fire when the sunlight hits it just right. The ruins themselves are not very large, but they are still a fascinating piece of history to behold.

The hike to House on Fire is roughly 2.5 miles round-trip and is considered a moderate hike with some scrambling and steep sections. The trail is well-marked and leads hikers through the beautiful Mule Canyon, surrounded by towering red rock cliffs.

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