
Starting west up a ridge of choice (center)

The ridge we went up is in the center, we came out of the canyon to the right on our way back.


Approaching the Class 2+ obstacle.

Solid rock, easy scramble.


Looking back at our progress just before leaving the ridge for the long walk on the mesa.

Malpais Flattop Mesa high point ahead somewhere.


Looking back along Malpais Flattop Mesa.


Looking south at one of the other ridgeline fingers of Malpais Flattop Mesa.

Looking back along the ridge. The notch on the left is a cool spot we checked out later on the way back.

Approaching Malpais Flattop Mesa hig hpoint.

Malpais Flattop Mesa overlook west toward the Colorado River.

Close-up of the Colorado River.

Malpais Flattop Mesa summit, looking south.

Down in the drainage to the north of our ridge.

Approaching the interesting-looking notch.

A nice view from the notch with a crazy cliff face to the north.

Continuing down the uneventful wash back to the car.

Hire me or show me some love!
Hire/refer me as a web developer or send me a few bucks if you find my site useful. I’m not sponsored, so all fees are out-of-pocket and my time preparing trip reports is unpaid. I really appreciate it!