El Fuerte is the most beautiful colonial town in northern Sinaloa.  Lots of history here, for centuries it was a major trading post for gold and silver miners from the canyons. Some lovely colonial mansions line the cobblestone streets leading to a central Plaza de Armas, that comes alive in the evenings. One of this old mansions was restored in 2006 to a beautiful boutique hotel, the Hotel Torres del Fuerte, a must see when you are in El Fuerte.

One of the most prominent historic buildings is City Hall, built at the end of the 19th century and it was designed in the neoclassic style. The elegant entrance made up of many arches opens to a beautiful colored, arched, multi-story interior patio. Two blocks away is the Museo-Mirador who welcomes you to view a small art collection. The Posada Hidalgo, another historical building, also from the 19th century, is adorned with murals and graceful interior arches.

Due to El Fuerte’s proximity to the coast and its vast rivers and dams/lakes, the local restaurants emphasizes a variety of sea food. A must try is local grilled langustinos with a white-wine-cilantro sauce served at Bonifacio’s Gourmet Restaurant. Other traditional dishes include pescado sarandeado, beef jerky, chilorio, and grilled meats including filet, pork, goat, rabbit, duck, quail and more.

For the rest of your trip or for your return, you should pick up a hat to protect you from the sun. Sinaloa’s traditional handcrafts are palm hats with narrow brims and round crowns. You will also find rugs, hammocks and wool blankets along many Mexican souvenirs, arts and crafts.

El Fuerte has three large dams near by, Hidalgo, Huires and Dominguez, and they are great for the sports fishing aficionado. Also nearby is Mask Hill, home to more than 300 petroglyphs.

The Chepe (Chihuahua-Pacific Train) stops in El Fuerte daily on its way to and from Copper Canyon Mexico.

The Magic Towns Program was Started By The Mexican Government to Help Preserve Best Cities That embody Mexican culture, history and tradition. Launched in 2001, the program provides financial aid to Places That “reflects the beauty of traditional Mexican culture,” According to the Secretary or Tourism. The program has helped of tourism Necessary Business 34 Cities That officially listed AS Magical Towns. If you want to experience the rich history of Mexico and Beyond colonial architecture son then these Places Worth Visiting Definetly.

During your stay in El Fuerte make sure to join is some of the fun activities that cover all the highlights of El Fuerte and behone:

 

El Fuerte Tours & Activities

Local Guided Tours, the city, El rio Fuerte and Ancient Petroglyphs, observation of tropical birds, Lots to do here!.

El Fuerte City Tour   Walking with Guide (1:30 hrs) Discover the historical and cultural aspects of El Fuerte, Sinaloa. From the majestic El Fuerte River to colonial buildings, streets and legendary alleys and hallways.

 

Petroglyph and River Cruise   Flora & Fauna / Petroglyph (2:00 hrs) Experience this great river and its diversity of birds, lush rainforest in the calm waters of the El Fuerte River cruise, find an oasis of flora and fauna.

 

Bird Observation / petroglyphs   Flora & Fauna / Petroglyph (5:00 hrs) Birdwatching in endemic areas where two combine to form an ecological habitat for some species of unique birds.

 

Drive out to Mission Tehueco   Mission Drive (3:00 hrs) Mayo Indian Mission, about 1 hours drive away. It is the center of religious festivals of Mayo.

 

 

El Fuerte Fishing/Hunting Expeditions

For the Sportsman, local guided fishing and hunting expeditions; Deep Sea Fishing Trips out of Topolobampo Bay.

Largemouth Bass Fishing in El Fuerte lakes/Dams   let’s go fishing for Largemouth bass in one of the beautiful lakes near El Fuerte! Your guide will let you know that the lake is the best at the time, and provide all equipment for this sport.

 

Deep Sea Fishing Expeditions in the Sea of Cortez   Come aboard a yacht for a wonderful fishing trip. This magnificent cruise lines set trolling offshore. Fishing species include marlin, sailfish, snook and red snapper.

 

Dove Hunting Expeditions from El Fuerte   The hunts are pff of El Fuerte, Sinaloa is one of the most exciting experiences one can have. Skip to shoot from the fields of small grains, sorghum and corn stover.

 

Custom Tours Trekking or fly over Copper Canyon

We specialize in custom tour packages and expeditions so let us design your own Copper Canyon Adventure.

Hiking or Trekking Copper Canyon   With an certified and experiences bilingual guide. Any hike, from an easy level, one day walking tour to a strenuous 7 days of hiking through the Canyons.

 

Charter Flights over Copper Canyon   Spectacular flights over the gold mines, Urique Canyon and Batopilas. A once in a lifetime experience.

 

El Fuerte Day Trips with Tours/Expeditions

Take a day trip to your choice of Alamos, Sonora or Cosalá, Sinaloa, colonial towns like El Fuerte and Mochis/Topolobampo Trip

Day tip to Topolobampo Bay, Yacht Cruise to Bird Island and Dolphin Encounter and a Los Mochis City Tour. Topolobampo was founded by American settlers in the 1800s looking to stab;osh a Utopian society.

 

Day trip to Alamos, located in the southern part of the State of Sonora, about 50 miles east of Navojoa, this settlement was founded as a silver mining town in the 1680s and it very rich in history an traditions.

 

Day Trip to Cosala, wher it is as if history had stopped at the time of the Spaniards. Every little street is a delight. One might want to stay at longer in Cosala. Something in the air inspires romance, an ideal place for lovers.