Ruins at Fort Lancaster State Historic Site, a dog-friendly attraction in Sheffield, TX. Photo by @fortlancaster.

A Labrador takes in the view of dog-friendly attraction Fort Lancaster State Historic Site in Sheffield, TX.

Ruins of Company H Barracks at Fort Lancaster State Historic Site, a pet-friendly attraction located in Sheffield, TX. Photo by @fortlancaster.

A site at Fort Lancaster State Historic Site, a dog-friendly area of interest in Sheffield, TX.

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Fort Lancaster State Historic Site

Fort Lancaster State Historic Site in Sheffield, TX is dog friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore all outdoor areas of this 82-acre site in Pecos River valley. Fort Lancaster State Historic Site commemorates one of several posts established in the 1850s that played an important role in westward expansion by providing escorts for mail carriers, wagon trains, and settlers on the San Antonio–El Paso Road en route to California. Explore the ruins of on this historic site with Fido. Visit Website

Or call (432) 836-4391 or email ft-lancaster@thc.texas.gov for more information.

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