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Fort Simcoe Historical State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Fort Simcoe State Park is a 200-acre, day-use heritage park in south central Washington on the Yakama Indian Nation Reservation. The park is primarily an interpretive effort, telling the story of mid-19th century army life and providing insights into the lifeways of local Native American culture. Located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in an old oak grove watered by natural springs, Fort Simcoe was an 1850's-era military installation established to keep peace between the settlers and the Indians. Before the fort era, the site was an Indian campground where many trails crossed.
Park Hours:
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk; open for day use weekends and holidays only Oct. 4 through March 25. |
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a long drive but worth it
This is a great park! It is never busy and is very well maintained Its great for kids!! last time i was their we even saw deer walk threw even if it is a bit of a drive make a day of it and enjoy
Written by Brandy
31-May-2008
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| Camping: |
| A group camp overlooking the fort and parade ground accommodates 50 people and up to six RVs. For reservations, contact the park at (509) 874-2372. Apart from this group site, the park has no camping. |
| Picnicking: |
| The park provides four sheltered and 45 unsheltered picnic tables. Restrooms, running water, and ample parking are available, with no fees. Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| History of the Area: |
| The fort is located on the Yakama Reservation. The site was a meeting, trade and culture center for prehistoric native tribes from areas all around the present state of Washington. Prior to 1850, the park was used as a trade center and campground for the various bands of Native Americans that now make up the Yakama Indian Nation. The fort was built in the late 1850s and was in use for three years. In 1859, the military turned the fort over to the Yakama Indian Agency. The fort was then converted to an Indian school and the Yakama Indian Agency managed its affairs from the site until the early 1900s. The park was established in 1956. |
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| Directions: |
| Located seven miles west of White Swan, Wash.
From Yakima: Take the Hwy. 97 exit off of I-82 (south bound), and drive to the first traffic light (Lateral A). Turn right onto Lateral A. Drive to the second stop sign, about 12 miles (Fort Rd.) Turn right on Fort Road. Drive about 15 miles to the city of White Swan. In White Swan, watch for road signs to Fort Simcoe. The park is seven miles west of White Swan.
From Toppenish: Off of Hwy. 97 in Toppenish (north or south bound), take Fort Simcoe Rd. west. Drive about 20 miles to the city of White Swan. In White Swan, watch for signs to Fort Simcoe State Park. Fort Simcoe is seven miles west of White Swan. |
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