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Fort Bowie AZ  Ghost Town

The grave marker says it all. 

Water was the reason for this fort. Water was as precious as gold to those attempting to cross the desert southwest. A reliable watering hole was the Apache Springs. Of course, with a name like that you can imagine that perhaps it might be risky to be in the area without some sort of protection.  

In 1862 Camp Bowie was established and in 1879 Camp Bowie became Fort Bowie with all the comforts of the day. A Bakery, Hospital, tailor shop, billiard parlor and a tennis court. It even had a seven bedroom Commanding Officers Quarters. In 1894 the fort was abandon as the skirmishes with the Apaches had diminished after Geronimo surrendered. 

7.5 mile hike round trip mostly uphill with side trips included. I knew there was trouble brewing when I stepped out of my Jeep.

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Photos Courtesy Mike Sinnwell March 2011

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