Established in 1851 to protect the frontier from Native Americans, the post
suffered a series of hardships and was abandoned in 1854. Historians say
desertions were frequent because of monotony and loneliness. The fort burned
shortly after abandonment; chimneys and foundations are principal remainders
along with the stone commissary, guardhouse and powder magazine. Site offers
interpretive signs. Open dawn–dusk daily. 11 miles north via F.M.
600.
City: Abilene
Region: Panhandle Plains
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