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Fort Clark Springs

This is the site of Fort Clark, established in 1852. Notable military officers who served here include Col. Ranald S Mackenzie, Generals George C Patton and George C Marshall. The fort was deactivated in 1944. Today, Fort Clark Springs is a 2700 acre gated resort and leisure living community, bordering US Highway 90 at Brackettville, 125 miles west of San Antonio, Texas. Since 1971, the Fort Clark Springs Association has developed this peaceful, secure place to live and relax while carefully preserving a significant National Register Historic District which holds a prominent place in the history of our nation. They feature a motel, RV park, restaurant, and museum. An 18 hole golf course and a giant spring fed swimming pool are featured.

Location: P.O. Box 345, Hwy 90 West, Brackettville TexasTelephone 830-563-2495

Other History nearby:
(Bridge City) Bridge City Historical Museum
(Crowley) Crystal Rice Plantation
(Orange) First Presbyterian Church
(Brackettville) Fort Clark Springs
(Jennings) Founders Park
(Boise) Idaho State Capitol

04/10 Coming to The Brackettville area
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival Breaux Bridge LA May3-5 The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival has become one of the largest gatherings of world famous Cajun, Zydeco and Swamp Pop musicians and plays host to over 30 bands on three stages during the three-day festival.
Le Festival de la Viande Boucanee Ville Platte LA June29-30 This festival, which translates into the "Smoked Meat Festival", has a World Championship Cookoff, culinary demos, Cajun smokehouse in action, and Cajun Heritage exhibitions. Thirty hours of non-stop music are also an attraction of the festival.
Cracklin Festival Port Barre LA November8 This festival is held in November in Port Barre. Four days of fun include family entertainment, Cajun and Country music, food, cooking contests, arts and crafts, and a parade.
Pepper Festival St Martinville LA September14-15 This annual festival, usually taking place on the third Sunday of October, celebrates the pepper industry in Louisiana. Benefits kids, and attractions include Cajun food, bands, and a Poker Run. One day only. Call or write for dates and times.
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