Historic Fort Reno

This military post was established in 1874 to protect the Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes. Troops from the fort were instrumental in directing an orderly transition from reservations to individual farms, ranches and towns, and were the major force in supervising the Land Run of 1889. It served as two remount depots from 1908 to 1947, when it became an agricultural research station. It also served as a German prisoner of war camp in WWII. Much of the fort has been restored, and several activities are held on the site throughout the year. Over 25 historic structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and several exhibits and displays are also available for viewing. Some include 1876 through 1948 Indian Wars, parade ground, cemetery and chapel built by German POW's in 1944. 70 POW's, Buffalo Soldiers and Indian Scouts are buried in the cemetery.

As an added bonus, restless spirits of cavalry soldiers, German prisoners of war, and others who have lived at Fort Reno over the last century are said to inhabit the old fort in El Reno. About once a month the fort offers lantern tours where you'll be scared silly by stories of these ghosts, unsolved mysteries, urban legends and murderous tales from the historic spot.

Fort Reno Candlelight Tour - Sep 29, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Tombstone Tales - Apr 28, 2012 Fort Reno Cemetery, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Mar 18, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Apr 21, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - May 19, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Jun 16, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Jul 21, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Aug 18, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Sep 15, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Oct 20, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Ghost Tour - Nov 17, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

Fort Reno Christmas Guns - Dec 16, 2012 Historic Fort Reno, El Reno

• Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant, Credit Cards Accepted, Gift Shop, Meeting Space Available

• Group Amenities: Accommodates Tour Groups, Bus/Motorcoach Parking, Group Rates Available, Tour Group Welcome Reception

• Tour Information: Guided Tours

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the pricing listed above, prices are subject to change without notice.

3 miles W of El Reno on Rt 66 and 1 mile N OR 2 miles N of I-40 Exit 119.

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