Buffalo Soldiers, including the 9th Cavalry and the Seminole Negro Indian Scouts from Fort Clark, scouted the cave-filled, semi-dry lands of what is now Kickapoo Cavern State Park in the late 19th century. The soldiers protecting the remote Texas frontier knew how to navigate this tough country and were tasked with tracking Kickapoo, Apache, and others who used the area’s natural shelters. While hiking or biking in the park today, you can imagine how this arid land put the troopers’ survival skills and scouting abilities to the test. While the park has 20 known caves, the two largest are Kickapoo Cavern and Stuart Bat Cave; a tour of these unique features is a must.
Kickapoo Cavern State Park
Admission
Adult: $3
Hours
The park is open for day use and overnight visitation, Friday through Monday.