Fort Davis is one of the best surviving examples of an Indian Wars' frontier military post in the Southwest. From 1854 to 1891, Fort Davis was strategically located to protect emigrants, mail coaches, and freight wagons on the Trans-Pecos portion of the San Antonio-El Paso Road and on the Chihuahua Trail. Read More
They joined for a better life and to fight for their country. Serving West Texas from 1867 to 1885.
Fort Davis National Historic Site offers 4 miles of back and front country hiking.
History & Culture of Fort Davis.
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Junior Ranger Program at Fort Davis.
Special use includes non-personal videography, after hour photography, weddings and other non-typical park uses and times.
This is the complete online copy of the Historical Handbook No. 38 titled Fort Davis.
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Last updated: May 10, 2025
