As the oldest community in the valley, the Town has a unique history, dating back to the early 1860′s. Settlers first began migrating into the Verde Valley because of the mining industry. The first military establishment was a temporary post overlooking the farms at West Clear Creek.

• In 1865, the next post, Camp Lincoln was established.
• In 1865 the name was changed to Camp Verde.
• The post was moved to its present day site in 1871, due to the onset of a malaria outbreak.
• In 1878, the name was changed to Fort Verde to signify permanence.
• The fort was occupied from 1871-1891 with the post officially closing in April of 1890.

Over the years the community recognized the value of protecting and preserving this historic site, which is what prompted a request that it be established as a Historic State park, in 1970. Today, visitors can tour the four remaining buildings, one of which is a museum with exhibits and displays that portray life on the frontier.

• Camp Verde Historical Society
• Brands used on the Ramada

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