Old Fort Marcy Park
Old Fort Marcy Park
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Built by the U.S. Army in 1846 to protect the American presence in Santa Fe, the remains of this historic military fort still stand on a hill overlooking the town.
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Cabella L
20 contributions
Mar 2019
It's held in Marcy Park. Google for details. But you must go to get rid of of all the old stuff once! Can't miss! We locals love to chant burn burn. His eyes glow and he roars. Just the best! And you can put your one message as they build him. Way cool!
Written 23 February 2020
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M J
Austin, TX7,882 contributions
Jul 2021
My husband and I went to Fort Marcy Park on a Sunday afternoon. It is located on a hill about 5 minutes from downtown/plaza in Santa Fe and next to the Cross Of The Martyrs. There was lots of free parking in a parking lot just off of Kearney Avenue. There is nothing left of the fort except for a few hills. There is a nice concrete sidewalk through the park like setting and some benches as well. The grass was cut nicely. People were walking their dogs through the park. The fort was built in 1847.
Written 4 August 2021
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dr_knippers
Palm Springs, CA26 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
Take this winding uphill paved trail on the edge of the business district, read all about the phenomenal history of Santa Fe, enjoy increasingly spectacular views of hundreds of miles surrounding Santa Fe,see historical sites, and at the top enjoy some moments of tranquil meditation.
Written 25 May 2016
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Laura S
San Antonio, TX14 contributions
Sept 2012 • Solo
Lots of food and drink. Fire dancers, fireworks, and the burning of "Old Man Gloom". Great fun! Excellent music and wonderful for people watching.
Written 26 September 2012
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smarusz
Chicago, Illinois72 contributions
Jun 2012 • Family
Go at dusk, walk the path to the cross and gaze at the sunset. You might come back every night. The path also continues down the hill where you can continue to the city.
Written 6 July 2012
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Luv2TravelFarNWide
Atenas, Costa Rica1,385 contributions
Jul 2022
Hard to find hiking opportunities while in old town Santa Fe, but with diligence we found a few options starting from Old Fort Marcy Park. Not overly strenuous or exciting, but at least not trying to walk on overly crowded sidewalks (or worse, no sidewalks, just roads).
Written 21 July 2022
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JoAn T
Franklin, TN5 contributions
Apr 2022
This was worth the hike up to see the city view! Would recommend as a smaller "hike" although not very long, it has many historical plaques along the way to read.
Written 1 May 2022
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Rumples
Tucson, AZ11,718 contributions
Jul 2019
There are two ways to access this 2.35-acre park, where the first U.S. Army fort in the American Southwest once stood. One requires ascending a hill via stairs and a paved pathway for about 15 minutes from the Northeast corner of Paseo de Peralta. The other, which we chose, involved driving to a small circular parking lot at the top of the park. That was a no-brainer because of the extremely hot and sunny July day with no shade along the walking route. We missed, however, the many history plaques about the area, placed for walkers to read.
As a history buff, I was happy to still see many information boards regarding the fort itself, displayed a short walk from the parking area. The fort went up in 1846 after the U.S. Army captured Mexican-held Santa Fe and served as a place for troops to retreat. But just a year later, the artillery moved to buildings closer to the Plaza. There are no structures left here. Just below the fort stands the Cross of the Martyrs, which serves as a memorial to the 21 Franciscan priests killed in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.
The park offers picnic tables and a view over Santa Fe and beyond. Though I consider it to be a good view of the area, I would not describe it as spectacular.
We considered this to be a worthwhile stop. It provided us with facts about Santa Fe’s history that we had not known before. And we saw only a handful of other visitors here, a nice respite from the crowds in the Plaza area.
As a history buff, I was happy to still see many information boards regarding the fort itself, displayed a short walk from the parking area. The fort went up in 1846 after the U.S. Army captured Mexican-held Santa Fe and served as a place for troops to retreat. But just a year later, the artillery moved to buildings closer to the Plaza. There are no structures left here. Just below the fort stands the Cross of the Martyrs, which serves as a memorial to the 21 Franciscan priests killed in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.
The park offers picnic tables and a view over Santa Fe and beyond. Though I consider it to be a good view of the area, I would not describe it as spectacular.
We considered this to be a worthwhile stop. It provided us with facts about Santa Fe’s history that we had not known before. And we saw only a handful of other visitors here, a nice respite from the crowds in the Plaza area.
Written 8 September 2019
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Travel658434
Alamogordo, NM143 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
We parked at the Simms State building complex off of Cordova. Loads of parking and easy access to free metro bus rides to Fort Marcy. Ride was fast on bus because roads closed just for busses to run. You walk about two blocks from the bus drop off. If you want to sit on the grass with close view, get there early.
Lots of places to sit in the grass, but limited views because of trees. Bring chair to sit. I would suggest not sitting in front of the food vendor area. The lines really long, and they went through the people sitting on the grass.
Great music, food and tons of families. No alcohol and you can’t bring in liquids, including water. No backpacks and purses have to be limited size. The security lines got held up because people not following the NFL rules on entry. Food must be in clear plastic bags.
Lots of places to sit in the grass, but limited views because of trees. Bring chair to sit. I would suggest not sitting in front of the food vendor area. The lines really long, and they went through the people sitting on the grass.
Great music, food and tons of families. No alcohol and you can’t bring in liquids, including water. No backpacks and purses have to be limited size. The security lines got held up because people not following the NFL rules on entry. Food must be in clear plastic bags.
Written 31 August 2019
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pnati0n
Denver, CO85 contributions
Nov 2018
We stumbled on this place and liked it. There is not a lot there, but the remains of an old rammed earth fort, a cross for the marters, and a great view of Santa Fe from above.
Written 1 April 2019
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When we were there, there was no one around that questioned you being there. I am sure if you keep your dog on a leash and pick up after him or her there would be no problem.
Written 6 March 2017
How much does it cost?
And, is there a way to get to the fort without hiking the trail?
Thank you
Written 20 March 2016
There is no charge. You can take a car up to the top of the hill from the back or you can walk up the path from Paseo de Peralta from the front.
Written 20 March 2016
Bridgett A
Albuquerque, New Mexico
What is the best way to get to Old Fort Marcy Park for Zozobra from Albuquerque?
Written 3 September 2015
If you have to drive know the Plaza will be closed and traffic will be impossible. Given that I'd get off I-25 go north on Cerrillos to Paseo de Peralta, try to park at DeVargas Mall or Rosario cemetery and follow the crowd around Paseo to Old Taos Highway then north to the Zozobra.
Written 4 September 2015
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