Fort Miami

Fort Miami sits along the Maumee River with four bastions and earthwork fortifications that remain visible today. The deep defensive trench that once surrounded it demonstrates the military construction methods of that era.

The British built this fort in 1794 to block American forces under General Anthony Wayne from advancing westward. It was abandoned shortly after the nearby Battle of Fallen Timbers reshaped the region's future.

The site held deep meaning for the Ojibwe, Odawa, Potawatomi, and Shawnee peoples who lived and hunted in this region for generations. Walking through the grounds today, you can sense how central this area was to their way of life and survival.

The site is open from dawn to dusk and is part of the Fallen Timbers Battlefield and Fort Miami National Historic Site. The earthworks and trenches are easily accessible for walking and provide a clear view of the fort's layout.

After the Battle of Fallen Timbers, the commander refused shelter to defeated indigenous fighters, an action that eventually led to the Treaty of Greenville years later. This refusal reshaped land agreements and the relationship between nations in the region.

Location: Maumee

GPS coordinates: 41.57250,-83.62611

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59