Fort McCulloch

Fort McCulloch is a Civil War earthwork fortification located on a bluff along the south bank of Blue River in Oklahoma. The site features defensive ramparts without permanent stone or brick structures, positioned to command the surrounding terrain.

Albert Pike established this Confederate fortification in 1862 following his retreat from Fort Davis during the conflict. The site served as a control point for strategic routes through Indian Territory throughout the war.

The fort bears the name of General Benjamin McCulloch, demonstrating the Confederate influence on military installations in Indian Territory.

The fort site is located southwest of Kenefic and can be accessed via historical routes that connect to other period fortifications in the region. The open landscape allows visitors to walk the grounds and observe the earthwork formations clearly.

General Stand Watie commanded the fort in 1865 and was the final Confederate general to surrender, making this site the location where some of the last organized Southern resistance ended. This detail often escapes the attention of casual visitors.

Location: Oklahoma

GPS coordinates: 34.13139,-96.39583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46