Fort Lancaster State Historic Site

If you like ruins/ghost towns, this is a great site

The employee working was very friendly and knowledgeable. This is a very off the beaten path location. It is about a 40-minute detour on/off the interstate plus the time at the site. You can borrow a...

Great side trip with an awesome view if you're Westbound!

The visitors center / museum is very well done and informative. The Fort ruins speak for themselves as to the harshness endured by the Cavalry Troops stationed here. The scenic view on the drive into ...

Terrific quick trip from I10 to break up your journey

Easy access from I10, very interesting site with a recent remodeled visitor center that now includes a small but excellent museum. Very enthusiastic and knowledgable staff. You can ride a little gol...

Ruins of an old west cavalry fort

One of a string of Southwest Texas forts to defend the Mexican border and help control Indian issue. Manned by the famous Buffalo soldiers. All ruins, no real restoration. Very nice park and visitor c...

Great side trip!

Super fun detour after we just toured Fort Davis. The young man at desk was super knowledgeable. Beautiful day and great little museum that would be great for kids! And who doesn't like driving aro...