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.

Fort Davis National Historic Site

Special events bring back the smells of an 1800s Kitchen

Kitchen

The Artillery Crew stand ready for orders to post at their positions and fire the U.S. 3-inch Ordnance Rifle.

Artillery Crew

This sky island habitat is known for its dramatic season changes. Fall brings the end of our rainy season allowing the bright yellow Cottonwoods to shine. In spring /summer waving grasses and wildflowers show off their vivid colors once again.

Fall Colors

The U.S. Cavalry was utilized at Fort Davis for most of its existence. Here a soldier shows off the uniform and equipment of the 1800s.

Cavalry

Garrison flag flying over the post within the box canyon Fort Davis is located.

Fort Davis National Historic Site

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