Last updated: January 11, 2023
Place
Davis Segment & Ruts
Quick Facts
Location:
Nine miles north of Wilburton. To reach the site, drive north from Wilburton on County Road 16 for seven miles, then turn right (northeast) on the Santa Fe Trail 1.5 miles to the site. It is located on open prairie and is immediately adjacent to the Cimarron National Grassland.
Significance:
This 1/2-mile segment was part of the Santa Fe Trail's Cimarron Route; it is located 10 miles east of Middle Spring.
Designation:
Certified Site
OPEN TO PUBLIC:
No
MANAGED BY:
Private; no direct access
Thousands of travelers created these ruts, deepening them just a bit with each passing. Now they provide a testament to the importance of the overland route between Kansas and Santa Fe.
Site Information
Location (This half-mile-long stretch of trail ruts is located on a private ranch and is not accessible to the visiting public. The nearest public access is County Road 16, 1.5 miles away. Well-defined trail ruts near the Davis Segment/Ruts can be seen directly from County Road 16.)