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Forts & Trails

Historic Kansas Forts & Trails

You'll find numerous historic forts and trails when traveling in Kansas. The state was once a major part of the Santa Fe, California, and Oregon trail systems. Part of what ensured the safety of those seeking to travel west, especially after the American Civil, was a series of forts established in Kansas. Two of these forts, Fort Scott and Fort Larned, welcome visitors to this day and are even on the national register of historic places.

In addition to two forts designated national historical sites, Kansas is home to two forts actively serving current U.S. military operations: Fort Riley | Fort Leavenworth. To see the full list of historic forts and trails, be sure to browse our list below to see what interests you!

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History + Culture

Reliving the Oregon Trail in Kansas

  • 13 minute read

The Oregon Trail (apart from being a fun video game) is one of the most historically significant routes in America. Between the 1840s and 1860s, it is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people traversed the Great Plains on their way to various destinations out west, such as…

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History & Heritage

Wild, Wild West: Travel the Gunsmoke Trail

  • 8 minutes

For a taste of frontier life, follow this road trip through four Kansas cities featured in the iconic TV show Gunsmoke The camera pushes into a close-up of Matt Dillon, the gruff but honorable marshal…

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