Fort Buchanan, Military fort near Sonoita, Arizona, US
Fort Buchanan consisted of military buildings situated on the east slope of Hog Canyon, three miles southwest of present-day Sonoita in Santa Cruz County.
Established in 1856 as Camp Moore and renamed Fort Buchanan, the fort served as the first military post within the boundaries of the 1853 Gadsden Purchase.
The fort played a central role in the relations between American settlers and Chiricahua Apache tribes, leading to significant territorial conflicts in the region.
The remains of Fort Buchanan, including scattered rocks and adobe ruins, stand on private land now used for grazing purposes.
During the Battle of Fort Buchanan in 1865, nine cavalrymen defended against 75 Apache warriors before retreating into the surrounding hills.
Location: Arizona
Inception: 1856
GPS coordinates: 31.65750,-110.70694
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:44
Madera Canyon
24.1 km
Empire Ranch
15.5 km
Tumacácori National Historical Park
34.1 km
Mount Wrightson
14 km
VERITAS
23.3 km
MMT Observatory
17.2 km
Patagonia Lake State Park
22.9 km
Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory
16.4 km
Tumacácori Mission
34 km
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
32.6 km
Mount Hopkins
17.2 km
Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
17 km
Guevavi Mission
33.2 km
Tucson ring meteorite
32.6 km
Tubac Presidio
32.6 km
Apache Peak
32.2 km
Calabazas Mission
33.1 km
Infrared Optical Telescope Array
17.3 km
The Little Outfit Schoolhouse
22 km
Canelo Hills Cienega Reserve
20.2 km
Little Red Schoolhouse
33.8 km
Canelo Ranger Station
21.6 km
James Finley House
21.5 km
Old Tubac Schoolhouse
32.6 km
San Ignacio Golf Club
34 km
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
32.6 km
Otero Hall
32.6 km
Rojas House
32.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes