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Fort Larned National Historic Site

Larned, KS

Fort Larned National Historic Site

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Pet-friendly summary

Pets are allowed but are required to be restrained and accompanied at all times while visiting Fort Larned NHS.

Amenities

  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Living History
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store

About Fort Larned National Historic Site

Discover a complete and authentic army post from the 1860s -1870s! This well-preserved fort on the Santa Fe Trail shares a tumultuous history of the Indian Wars era. The sandstone constructed buildings sheltered troops who were known as the Guardians of the Santa Fe Trail.