After my trip out to the Chiricahua NM, it's mandatory for me to hit Ft Bowie on the way back out. Arrived at the TH to an empty parking lot and took off down the trail in the late afternoon. I have not encountered a rattlesnake all summer long and just 1/4 mile in, I almost stepped on the first of 3 to be seen on this trail! Second snake was just another 1/4 mile up the trail and number 3 was spotted at the end of the hike in the parking lot. Hiked the standard loop and arrived at the fort a little too late for the visitor center that was closed. Made it back to the parking area as huge storms moved into the area and drove back home in the pounding rain. I always love hiking to this historical place and will do it again many more times!