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Category
  • State park or recreation area managed by a state agency

General Description

    Attractions include natural springs, over 25 restored historical buildings including ruins, 15 roofed, and some refurnished. Restored buildings include the 1870 hospital which houses the interpretive center and restrooms; an officers'' quarters; a school house; a barracks; the post headquarters; a bakery; a deadhouse; and sinks. Books on the history of Texas and its forts and memorabilia can be found in the bookstore. The site hosts scheduled living history programs.

    The park is day-use only; has guided group tours; and tour fees apply. The park hosts an Annual Living History Event in March. In past years, participation has included Fort Concho''s Cavalry, Infantry, and Laundresses groups; Fort Stockton''s Infantry and Laundresses groups; Fort Griffin''s Topographical Engineers; and Lubbock''s Memorial Fourth Cavalry along with several other military reenactors from around the state. There have been several civilian reenactors portraying Texas Rangers, buffalo hunters, 1880s Saddletramps, and sutlers. Contact the park for information.


Accessibility Features General Accessibility Features
  • Accessible bathrooms
  • Accessible routes from accessible camp sites to accessible comfort stations/restrooms
Amenities and Lodging
  • Accessible gift shops
Information and Interpretation Features
  • Nature centers, visitor centers and/or museums that are accessible for people using mobility devices