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History Hikes: Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate

  • Date: 03/09/2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM  
  • Location: Presidio Parking Area
    In Balance Road off Hwy 82

Join a walking tour of the Spanish Presidio of Santa Cruz de Terrenate with FSPR docent Jeff Hustad. This fort was operational during the late 1770s, the centerpiece for a planned Spanish occupation of the San Pedro River Valley that failed. 

This is a three-mile round trip walk over trails and uneven ground. The return walk is gradually uphill. There is no shade and it will be hot on sunny days. Please realistically assess your ability to do this walk. Wear a hat, sun protection, appropriate clothing, and sturdy shoes, and bring water and a snack.

Meet at the Presidio Santa Cruz Terrenate Trailhead, located 1.7miles north of Highway 82 on the east side of  In Balance Ranch Road. In Balance Road  (N. Kellar Rd. on Google Maps) is a north turn off of Highway 82, 8.3 miles east of Whetstone, about 1 mile west of the San Pedro River. There is a large parking area at the Trailhead where the group will meet. "Presidio Santa Cruz Terrenate Trailhead" is searchable in Google Maps.  Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted.

Info: (520) 508-4445, or email fspr@sanperdroriver.org.

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