Fort Leaton State Historic Site [Rack Card] Page: Fort Leaton

                                
Fort Leaton
STATE HISTORIC SITE
Fort Leaton was established in 1848 as a border trading
post by former Indian bounty hunter Benjamin Leaton.
Located next to the Rio Grande on the Chihuahua Trail
near Presidio, the massive adobe fortress protected his
family and employees from Indian raids. Leaton was
known for shadowy dealings and died in 1851. His widow,
Juana Pedrasa, married Edward Hall, who was later
murdered for failing to repay a debt. In 1875, Hall's
stepson (Leaton's son) murdered his stepfather's killer,
who in the meantime had moved into Fort Leaton.
Today, Fort Leaton State Historic Site preserves the
structure's colorful past and also the area's cultural
history. It serves as the western entrance into Big Bend
Ranch State Park and the River Road FM 170.
Historic Structure: One of the largest and best-
preserved adobe structures in Texas. Self guided
tours and, on weekends, volunteer-led guided tours.
Interpretive Exhibits: Prehistory and history of the
area. Battle of Ojinaga and Pancho Villa exhibit.
Picnicking: Picnic sites for day use. Short nature trail.
Information Center: Permits for Big Bend Ranch State
Park.
UJ Texas State Parks Store: Unique gifts, books, etc.
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Located in Presidio County, three miles
southeast of Presidio on the River Road
(F.M. 170) west of the Big Bend.
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Rates and reservations, (512) 389-8900.
For information only, (800) 792-1112.
EILDI    Fort Leaton State Historic Site
P.O. Box 2439, Presidio, TX 79845
(432) 229-3613
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