About Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Travelers in far West Texas stopped at Fort Leaton to buy supplies and fortify themselves for the rest of their journey. Explore the restored buildings and grounds to glimpse life on the border in the 1800s. Tour the fort and learn about life here. We offer seasonal guided tours or you can pick up a self-guided tour brochure. Take a scenic drive along the Rio Grande, which marks Texas’ border with Mexico. Obtain backpacking, camping and river-use permits, licenses and information about the Big Bend region at either park entrance.