Pike's Stockade, Historical frontier stockade in Sanford, Colorado, United States.
The reconstructed wooden stockade measures 36 by 36 feet with two northern bastions and features a concrete-lined tunnel entrance under its walls.
In 1807, Spanish cavalry discovered Zebulon Pike and his men at this location during their expedition to explore the southern portion of the Louisiana Purchase.
The stockade represents the early American territorial expansion and the complex relationships between United States explorers and Spanish authorities in the region.
The 4-acre historical site stands 8 miles northeast of Sanford, accessible through County Road 24, with markers explaining its historical importance.
The structure includes an unconventional underground tunnel entrance instead of traditional doorways, built specifically to accommodate modern visitors.
Location: Colorado
GPS coordinates: 37.29363,-105.80994
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:38
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