Fort Bowie was the seat of U.S. military operations against the Chiricahua Apache people for decades, until the Chiricahua’s were banished to the American southeast in the surrender of Geronimo in 1886. Located at the crossroads of the Dos Cabezas and Chiricahua Mountains, Fort Bowie National Historic Site preserves the written accounts and artifacts of the people involved in the conflict inside the Visitor Center. Visitors can also tour the ruins of the former U.S. Army base and explore Apache Pass, a historic travel route for the Chiricahua people. The area’s converging ecosystems offer unique opportunities for birding, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Groups can schedule ranger-led educational programs or guided hikes.

3500 South Apache Pass Road, Bowie, AZ 85605, Phone: 520-847-2500

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