fort verde state park

Very interesting place to visit and learn something about the Army and Indian Wars in AZ. They have some of the old houses from the time with furnishings. There is also one of the homes that is the visitor center, and where there are many things from the 1870's. There was a Ranger who gave us a very good oral history of the Fort. Yes we would say Visit Fort Verde SP if you are in the area

We had a great time touring the Fort and talking with the people who were "in character." The Calvary Sargent, Buffalo Soldier, and store keeper and his wife were great. We were most impressed with a 16 year old girl who took on the part of one of the forts commanders wife. She was very good and gave us a glimpse into what life must have been like in the Arizona territory.If we are in the area again we will return.

Explorationof the camp was historical and amazing. Also the speakers where very charismatic and knowledgeable I would recommend every one that check it out

Several of the original fort buildings still exist. Great place to study Arizona history. They do hold re-enactment events throughout the year. The biggest is Fort Verde Days which is the second weekend in October.

Most forts in the American west were not the wood palisades that were portrayed in John Wayne westerns. None had walls, as the Indians were raiders and never attacked forts. In fact, whether Fort Laramie, Fort Bowie, or Fort Verde, these forts were a resemblance of civilization in a hostile environment. There were shops, administration buildings, hospitals, stores, laundries, Company Quarters and homes for officers. Wives often followed the soldiers to these remote outposts. Fort Verde has a very interesting museum in the old Administration office which tells the story of the importance of the Apache scouts in bringing peace to the region. On the edge of the parade ground, there are three remaining buildings which house artifacts from the late 1800's. The displays offer a glimpse as to what life would have been like for these hardy people. The State has done a great job with this park.

informative ,educational,wellmaintained .A must for anyone interested in early az life...............staff very pleasant and helpful

We stopped by Fort Verde on kind of a whim, and I'm glad we did. It gives the Indian more credit than what 99% of the movies do. It's a rather small facility, but very interesting. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth your time to stop in.

It was like standing in a room of the home at the Fort. Lots of information of things I had never heard before visiting Fort Verde. Looking forward to Saturday Feb 14th for the special event!

It was a great way to spend 30 mins or more strolling among the former military bldgs. It was interesting and a good spot with walking the dogs (pets). I would say it was worth the visit if in the area visiting or overnight stay at local motel.

I was glad to have made the trip here from Sedona, via Jerome. I learnt a lot in the small museum and it was quite surprising for us, who get our view of an army fort from movies, to see the real thing. It is important that places like this survive and benefit from visitors' contributions and the work of volunteers like the man who was cutting the grass on the parade ground while we were there. I would recommend it for families.

Close to the highway and can be done before or after Montezuma Castle. The visitor museum gives the history of the army and Indian scouts as well as old weapons etc. Beautifully kept grounds with a covered picnic area and bathrooms nearby.

We like the outdoors and this State Park has a lot to do. Fishing, camping, shows, lakes, hikes and stream, cabins and restroom area with showers. Close to Cottonwood in case you need something, but far enough away to hear the coyotes. My family has enjoyed our stay here.

Step back into the late 1800s at this restored fort in Camp Verde. Be sure to go to the Visitors Center and tour the various buildings to learn more about this historical fort.

This is an excellent historical site giving the real, not Hollywood, but the real history of the West. The folks in the Office/Gift Shop/Museum (the original headquarters of the Fort) is very good. The gift shop has a lot of books on Arizona and Western History as well as other items. The tour is self guiding and has only three of the original (other than the office) buildings and the flagpole (which is a ship's mast) but they are very interesting.

This is not a large museum - four preserved adobe buildings (officer's quarters) from the camp plus a small museum and the parade ground. The staff are extraordinarily helpful and informative, The artifacts and information presented are outstanding. Biographical information on the former camp residents really brings the site and history alive. Extensive information on the Indian Scout corps was all new to me. The camp buildings have period furnishings and bring it to life. I can see how small kids might get bored but they offer photographs in cavalry uniforms and there is the parade ground to race around. The site is open enough for parents to keep an eye out while the kids amuse themselves. The care and effort that went into this site are evident. Note that for now it is closed Tues and Wed but they told us that it would go 7 days in 2015. So call ahead to make sure. Lots of nice picnic areas with scenic views.If you enjoy history and museums you will spend an hour to an hour and half.