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Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada A living fort from the 1870s, when the North West Mounted Police brought Canadian law to the West Hear the stories of the Cypress Hills Massacre and learn of its impact on the Nakoda people and on Canada in Southwest Saskatchewan
Plan your visit - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada Fort Walsh National Historic Site is located in south west Saskatchewan, and is part of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park The province is accessible by scheduled airline services that connect with most major centers in North America and northern Europe
History - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada The Fort Walsh site became the private ranch of David Wood and Wellington Anderson in 1893 Ranching became one of the most important industries in the Cypress Hills during and after the days of Fort Walsh, with some ranches established by ex-North West Mounted Police members
Culture and history - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada Did you know the internationally recognized image of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police mounted on black horses was born at Fort Walsh? Explore where the Royal Canadian Mounted Police developed their rich traditions at their former headquarters in the Cypress Hills
How to get here - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada Fort Walsh National Historic Site is located 55 km southwest of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan, off the Trans Canada Highway From Highway #1, proceed into the town of Maple Creek turning west (right) at the first intersection after the railway tracks Follow Pacific Avenue west to Highway #21
Hiking - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada Fort Walsh National Historic Site Gather your water bottle, and camera to hit the rolling trails Packed, graveled trails or a bit of back country adventure, the choice is yours Keep your eyes open for the different flora and fauna you might see along the way
Planning ahead - Fort Walsh National Historic Site - Parks Canada Fort Walsh National Historic Site Planning ahead and being prepared are to key to having a safe and enjoyable trip! Upon arriving at the site, please park in the parking lot and proceed to the Visitor Centre