Fort Walsh National Historic Site

Fort Walsh National Historic Site is a reconstructed North-West Mounted Police (NWMP) fort located in the Cypress Hills of southwestern Saskatchewan, Canada. It played a significant role in asserting Canadian law in the region during the late 19th century.

Here's a quick look at Fort Walsh National Historic Site:

• History: Established in 1875, Fort Walsh served as the NWMP headquarters from 1878 to 1882. It played a key role in controlling the whisky trade, maintaining peace with Indigenous groups, and securing the Canada-U.S. border.
• Exhibits and Activities: Visitors to Fort Walsh can explore reconstructed buildings like the barracks, stables, and officers' quarters. Guided tours are offered, providing insight into the fort's history and the lives of the NWMP officers and Métis people who lived there. You can also participate in living history demonstrations and special events held throughout the summer season.
• Seasonal Operation: Fort Walsh National Historic Site is open to the public from late May to late September.

Besides this nature attraction, there are five more nature attractions listed in Maple Creek. There's also one attraction listed in this city in other categories. You will find the exact location of Fort Walsh National Historic Site on the map above. If you need any other information on Fort Walsh National Historic Site that is not listed here, please call (306) 662-2645 or visit their website.