A site along the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail · MO, AR, OK, TX, NM, AZ, CA
In 1857, businessman and transportation entrepreneur John Butterfield was awarded a contract to establish an overland mail route between the eastern United States and growing populations in the Far West. What became known as the Butterfield Overland Trail made an arcing sweep across the southern rim of the country. Stagecoaches left twice a week carrying passengers, freight, and mail.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Park Name
InfoButterfield Overland National Historic Trail
Designation
InfoNational Historic Trail
State(s)
InfoMO, AR, OK, TX, NM, AZ, CA
Phone
InfoN/A
ntir_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is not a clearly marked hiking trail. Instead, it is a corridor that passes through communities, urban areas, public lands, and Wilderness. The route travels across a variety of land ownerships and management, including private land. Each location varies as to the hours of operation and access. Please contact individual trail sites before your visit for more information.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: National Trails Office Regions 6, 7, & 8
InfoSee park for hours
Weather Info
InfoDue to the length of the trail, be sure to consult local weather sources for the region you'll be visiting. Check out the forecast with the National Weather Service and search for the area you'd like
Getting There
InfoThose portions of the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail authorized by Congress include nearly 3,300 miles of historic trail.
Location
Info32.2768° N, -106.7966° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website