Fort Ruby, Military fort in Ruby Valley, Nevada.
Fort Ruby is a military fort in Ruby Valley in eastern Nevada situated at a high elevation. The site contains several original log buildings from the 1800s that visitors can still see today.
The fort was established by the US military in 1862 to protect travelers on major westbound migration routes. It served as a point of contact between the Army and Shoshone people during the period of western expansion.
The site carries the name of the adjacent Ruby Valley, and visitors can see how military structures were built in an area long inhabited by Shoshone people. Walking through the ruins offers a sense of the cultural contact that occurred in this remote setting.
The fort is located in a remote area requiring travel through Ruby Valley to reach it. Visitors should prepare for rough conditions and check locally for current access information before heading out.
A major fire in 1992 destroyed two of the historical buildings on the grounds, which led to increased efforts to protect what remained. This event shows how fragile remote historic sites can be.
Location: Nevada
GPS coordinates: 40.06780,-115.52900
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08
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