Trincheras Hill

Trincheras Hill is an archaeological site on a mountain in Northern Sonora featuring stone walls and terraced formations at multiple elevations. These structures include plazas, residential areas, and fortified positions arranged across the steep slope.

People of the Trincheras Culture occupied this location starting around 600 CE and used it as a permanent village for several centuries. They abandoned it later, showing how lifestyles in this mountain region shifted over time.

The structures here show how residents connected farming with defense by using the steep slopes strategically. This arrangement reveals a community that understood its surroundings and shaped life around natural conditions.

Visitors should wear sturdy footwear because paths are steep and cross stone terraces throughout. Bring water, as the sun is strong and shade is scarce along the way.

Ancient builders incorporated natural rock boulders directly into their stone walls, making the structures blend seamlessly with the mountain itself. This approach created durable fortifications while enabling expansive views across the valleys below.

Part of: Monuments of Sonora

GPS coordinates: 30.39110,-111.53300

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:02