Fort Ritchie with Ty

May 12, 2026 -- Mom and I have visited Fort Ritchie many times since discovering it on a Sunday drive several years ago. Ty had never been to Fort Ritchie. So, I took him today. The weather was splendid, in the 70s and sunny. We walked along the lake and up past all the Finger buildings. I met someone (Steve) who was living in one of the Finger Buildings. He gave us a tour of his two bedroom apartment. It was really neat. 

Lake Royer

A small waterfall

Also called Upper Lake

Ty enjoying the lake scenery

Older couple sitting by the lake

Canada geese

Ty in front of the Finger Buildings

For Rent - $1400 per month

The buildings at Fort Ritchie are gradually being developed. The ~35 long narrow buildings are called Finger Buildings. When the base was operational, they were used as classrooms. Now they are being renovated for various purposes, including residential and small businesses. A law office and barbershop are coming soon. The apothecary is a relatively new addition. There are several Airbnds, which keep moving according to the resident I met. Mom and I plan to stay overnight in one of them soon. Ty, too.

Barbershop coming soon to Fort Ritchie

Watching the traffic go by