U.S. Army post was established in 1851 at another location by Gen. William G.
Belknap and moved the same year to present site along the Brazos River. One of
the largest posts in North Texas prior to Civil War, it protected early
settlers, travelers and was a stop on famous Butterfield Overland Mail Route. It
was abandoned in 1867, and six original buildings and one replica remain. Now it
is a Young County recreational park with museum, archives and picnic facilities.
Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. weekdays (closed Wed.), 1–5 p.m. Sat.–Sun. Free. Rental fee
for groups reserving buildings or grape arbor area. Three miles south off Texas
251. 940/846-3222.
City: Newcastle
Region: Panhandle Plains
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
