Volunteers demonstrating the use of a mountain howitzer during one of Fort Larned's living history weekends.
Fort Larned National Historic Site
National Historic Site · KS
Discover a complete and authentic army post from the 1860s -1870s! This well-preserved fort on the Santa Fe Trail shares a tumultuous history of the Indian Wars era. The sandstone constructed buildings sheltered troops who were known as the Guardians of the Santa Fe Trail.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Holiday Closure; Christmas Holiday Closure; New Year's Day Holiday Closure
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available11 activities
Park Name
InfoFort Larned National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoKS
Phone
Info620-285-6911
fols_internet@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoStaff begin closing the grounds and visitor center at 4:30 p.m. The parking lot gate is closed and locked for the night at 5 p.m.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Fort Larned Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Commerce + 14 more
Weather Info
InfoCentral Kansas has a four-season climate. Winter tends to be cold and dry, with average daytime highs below 40F (4C). Foehn winds blowing across the Great Plains from the Southwest periodically raise
Getting There
InfoFort Larned National Historic Site is located on KS Hwy 156, six miles west of Larned, Kansas.
Location
Info38.1805° N, -99.2184° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website