Fort Belknap, Military fort and National Historic Landmark in Young County, Texas.
Fort Belknap contains numerous restored buildings, including a magazine and cornhouse, situated along an extensive network of frontier trails.
General William G. Belknap established this frontier fort in 1851 to protect settlers against raids by the Kiowa and Comanche tribes.
The fort museum, housed in the former commissary building, presents exhibits about military life and Native American relations during westward expansion.
Visitors can explore the fort grounds Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sundays from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM.
The Second Cavalry headquarters at Fort Belknap in 1858 served as a base for Captain Marcy's expedition to locate the Red River headwaters.
Location: Texas
Location: Young County
Location: Newcastle
Inception: June 24, 1851
Address: SH 251, S of Newcastle
GPS coordinates: 33.15064,-98.74090
Latest update: May 11, 2025 03:29
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