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Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

Type of Place: 18th Century Spanish Colonial fort
Ownership: Arizona State Parks
Contact: Tubac Presidio State Park,
P.O. Box 1296, Tubac, AZ 85646
Telephone: (520) 398-2252
Email:
Website: Tubac Presidio
Hours: 8 am – 5 pm
Closed Christmas Day
Entrance Fee: Yes
Guided Tours: Guided tours and hands-on
interpretation programs are available (call in advance to check availability)
Notes:
Nearby Heritage Sites: Tumacacori National Historic Site

Site Summary: Called Presidio San Ignacio de Tubac, this Spanish fortress was constructed in 1752. The fort held 50 cavalry men to protect Spanish interests in the region, as well as to serve as a base for further Spanish exploration of New Spain. The presidio was abandoned in 1776 when its garrison was moved to Tucson.