Fort Stanton Flashlight Tours
Fort Stanton Flashlight Tour At Fort Stanton Historic Site 8/30/25, Saturday 7:30pm – 9:30pm Are you curious about what Fort Stanton is like after hours? Have you heard scary stories about its buildings? Do you like to poke around historic buildings at night? Fort Stanton offers flashlight walking tours of the grounds after hours, allowing visitors a […]
Fort Stanton Living History
Watch history come alive in these monthly programs. See a flag raising ceremony at 10 a.m., take a tour of the cemetery at 11 a.m., and listen to special guest lecturer Chris Adams give a presentation about the history of an Apache raid on Casey Ranch in Lincoln County in the chapel at 1 p.m. […]
Sierra Club Guided Hike: Fort Stanton Historic Site & Snowy River NCA
Join Sierra Club trip leader John Pijawka for a guided hike at Fort Stanton Historic Site on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9 AM–12 PM. This easy 2.5–3 mile loop explores the scenic Snowy River National Conservation Area, with views of the Sacramento, Capitan, and Vera Cruz mountains. Learn about the area’s unique cave system, […]
Fort Stanton Trick or Treat Trail
Trick or Treat Trail is the perfect event for families to come together and enjoy the festive spirit at Fort Stanton Historic Site. Costumes are highly encouraged, and visitors are invited to stroll along the parade grounds to collect free goodies. Community groups and local businesses from Ruidoso and Capitan will be handing out treats. […]




