Fort Bowie National Historic Site
Protected park · AZ, USA
Fort Bowie National Historic Site in AZ, USA. Operated by National Park Service.
About
Entrance / day-use fee applies.
This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.
This park's official page lists: Visitor center.
At the park
- Visitor center
- Wildlife & bird watching
- Hiking trails
Shows and experiences
- Historic sites & museum
Before you go
- Park alert: Butterfield Trail closed to horses and pack animals.
- The trail remains open for hiking and foot traffic. For more information, see our policy page.
- Park alert: Fort Bowie Visitor Center Bookstore is now cashless!
- For your convenience, we accept all major credit and debit cards, as well as mobile payment options. Electronic payment reduces transaction times, save money, and improves accountability. Thank you for your understanding and continued support!
- Getting there
- From Willcox, AZ / points west on I-10: drive 23 miles east of Willcox on Interstate 10 to the the town of Bowie. Exit at the first Bowie exit and drive through the town. Follow the signs for Fort Bowie National Historic Site and turn south on Apache Pass Road. Drive 13 miles to the Fort Bowie Trailhead (the last mile of the road is unpaved). Be prepared to walk the three miles round trip to the ruins and back to your car.
Facilities on the park map
1 restroom.
History
- Heritage status
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places