Fort Leaton State Historic Site


This restored adobe fortress doubles as the western entrance and visitor center for Big Bend Ranch State Park, 4 miles southeast of Presidio. Look for exhibits about history and archaeology on-site. You can get backpacking, camping and river-use permits here.

Note – if you arrive from the east and you forget your park pass in your car in the parking lot, the ranger will give you a look…and then make you walk all the way back to your car to get it. So don't forget to bring it with you.


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1. Tee Pees Picnic Area

29.76 MILES

For a leisurely lunch and a few photographs, plan to stop at this striking picnic area. You'll know when you see it – those tipis are hard to miss.