Fort Larned National Historic Site
National Historic Site ยท Kansas
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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.
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Operating Hours
Park Grounds and Historic Buildings
Staff begin closing the grounds and visitor center at 4:30 p.m. The parking lot gate is closed and locked for the night at 5 p.m.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Fort Larned National Historic Site?
Fort Larned National Historic Site is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Fort Larned National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Fort Larned National Historic Site include: Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Living History, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film.
What is the weather like at Fort Larned National Historic Site?
Central Kansas has a four-season climate. Winter tends to be cold and dry, with average daytime highs below 40F (4C). Foehn winds blowing across the Great Plains from the Southwest periodically raise temperatures above 80F (27C). Unsettled warmer air, higher winds, and severe weather arrive in the spring and often last through early July. Late summer days hover above 90F (32C) and readings over 100F (38C) are not uncommon. Fall is variable but generally milder with showers changing to snow and ice later.
How do I get to Fort Larned National Historic Site?
Fort Larned National Historic Site is located on KS Hwy 156, six miles west of Larned, Kansas.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Central Kansas has a four-season climate. Winter tends to be cold and dry, with average daytime highs below 40F (4C). Foehn winds blowing across the Great Plains from the Southwest periodically raise temperatures above 80F (27C). Unsettled warmer air, higher winds, and severe weather arrive in the spring and often last through early July. Late summer days hover above 90F (32C) and readings over 100F (38C) are not uncommon. Fall is variable but generally milder with showers changing to snow and ice later.
Directions
Fort Larned National Historic Site is located on KS Hwy 156, six miles west of Larned, Kansas.
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