El Fuerte is located in the northwestern state of Sinaloa; has great natural, historic, architectural, cultural and indigenous traditions rooted (yoremes) attractions besides Ecotourism Circuit located in the Sea of Cortez. - Copper Canyon The largest of its attractions is its county seat, the colonial town of El Fuerte Founded in 1564 as the village of San Juan Bautista de Carapoa by the Spanish master Francisco de Ibarra known as "The Phoenix Pathfinder".

The origin of its present name is derived from "Fortified Complex" built by Captain Diego Martinez Creole Hurdaide during the viceroyalty of Don Juan de Mendoza y Luna, Marquess of Montesclaros. The Fort is now a living mirror of history, where can appreciate beautiful architecture as the Municipal Palace, the Plaza de Armas with its attractive wrought iron gazebo, La Casa de la Cultura, Hotel Posada del Hidalgo, The Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, built in the eighteenth century; The House of the Constituent Congress, Orrantia Family Mansion, Old Town Hotel Proceedings, House of General Pablo Macías Valenzuela, just to mention some of the wonderful works of art rich in history and anecdotes, the legacy of our ancestors.

The municipality of the Fort offers visitors other options, such as hunting clubs for the practice of hunting and sport fishing, as in its vicinity are two large dams, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla and Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, who stored the river Fuerte , the largest river in the state, and you can find largemouth bass. The Fuerte River basin is considered to be very rich in rock inscriptions left by centuries nahoas groups transited the Sinaloa migration corridor, many of them have not yet been studied, including access to them is somewhat difficult.

The Hill of the Mask is a petroglyph complex, considered one of the leaders of our state by the number of prints and diversity of content; It is located on the bank of the Rio Fuerte approximately 5 kilometers from the city. In total there are about 45 stones which together contain more than 100 prints, whose age is estimated between 800 and 2500 years. It has lodging, highlighting its number rents facilities, restaurants, service repairs, imports, shows and amusements. You can enjoy the typical dishes of the city such as Greaves, tripe, meatballs, steak tossed, breaded or flame, as well as the seafood, cooked, Colachi, chilorio, crushing, stew, hash, rice, gorditas, tostadas , tacos, fresh panela, menudo, pozole; pineapple tamales, meat, corn and sweet; beef broth, barbecue and shrimp (cauque). Basketry, furniture, woven palm, pottery, woodwork and textiles make the crafts of this municipality which has one of the richest samples of the State of Sinaloa, emphasizing beautiful artisan works elaborated mainly by yoremes artisans, among which are: blankets and woolen zarapes Alameda; earthenware pots and made Capomos; Wood carved mainly of Jews and dancers and deer pascola Mochicahui made in Capomos and figures; hats, baskets, bags and other woven goods in palm Bamicori, The Realito Tetaroba and Lo de Vega; Guasima chairs and tables made in Capomos; gourds painted by Angelo in El Fuerte.

El Fuerte Magical Town near El Fuerte are several communities of indigenous roots, in the towns of La Mission, Mochicahui and live Mays Capomos yoremes groups maintain their pre-Hispanic customs incorporated religious traditions. Their celebrations are a worthy expression of the peoples of Mexico and a great opportunity to discover your holiday spirit through their music and dances. Some important dates are June 12, day of San Antonio, Easter and the day of the Virgin in the month of December. The handmade pottery surprisingly, basketry and fabrics palm crafts are also features of these locations as well as human and animal figures carved wood. Other crafts that elaborate for its festivals are masks boar leather Jew, the pascola and rattles with bells The local cuisine is varied, even exotic, you can taste delicious prawns or cauque, quail and sea bass fillets or greaves. Regional cuisine of Sinaloa the most common dishes are crushed and the chilorio. Activities in El Fuerte Magical Town Walk the streets and visit its colonial buildings, as well as missions and old houses. The visit to the museum and lookout, hiking, bird watching, photography, boating, fishing and duck hunting.

Located 75km east of Los Mochis on the rail line (2hr 50min by train), El Fuerte makes a pleasant alternative start (or end) to the Copper Canyon train ride, and is a far more appealing place to stay than Los Mochis.

Aside from being “the gateway to the canyons”, the town is an attractive destination in itself, rich in historical and natural diversions. El Fuerte grew up around a Spanish fort (from which it takes its name) completed in 1615 to suppress the local rebellious tribes. Though the original has been lost, a reasonably authentic replica was completed in 2001 on its possible location, supplying commanding views of the streets and surrounding countryside. It houses the El Fuerte Mirador Museum (Tues–Sun 9am–5pm), where you’ll find an array of historical artefacts and old photos of the town, with mostly English labelling.

Over 150 species of birds are supported by El Fuerte’s green surroundings, best seen by boat at dawn when their activity is most intense. The region is also home to several indigenous Yoreme (Mayo) villages, where it is possible to witness traditional dances or purchase pottery and other crafts. Ancient Indian petroglyphs depicting geometric and anthropomorphic shapes are scattered throughout the area, most notably at the Cerro de la Máscara. Most hotels offer tours to any or all of these attractions; ask at the popular Posada del Hidalgo or Hotel Río Vista, or enquire at 3 Amigos Too.

The town center is small and easy to navigate, being focused on the main plaza, with the Río Fuerte and old fort to the south. The train station is a few kilometers out of town, and you’ll need to arrange transport if you hope to catch the morning train to Chihuahua or Creel – the pricier hotels should do this for you, but otherwise you should scout around for a taxi near the plaza or market. Note that there are no buses to either Creel or Chihuahua from here. Buses from Los Mochis arrive and depart frequently at Juárez (until 7pm).