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Fort Stockton grew up around Comanche Springs, a rest stop on the Comanche Trail to Chihuahua, Mexico and later for both the Butterfield Overland Mail route and the San Antonio to Chihuahua freight wagon. At the crossroads of Interstate Highway 10 and U.S.  Highways 285, 67, and 385, Fort Stockton provides today’s travelers with many lodging and dining options, as well as a variety of attractions.

Originally established as Saint Gall in the 1840s by Irish, German, and Mexican Catholics, the name of the town was changed in 1881 to Fort Stockton in reference to the U.S. Army fort established on the banks of the Comanche Springs in 1858. The fort brought security and stability, allowing the town to flourish as an agricultural center.

The waters of Comanche Springs had such influence on the community that a Water Carnival was held each year, a tradition that continues to this day, even though the Springs have long ceased to flow above ground.  In addition to historic sites, visitors enjoy Paisano Pete, the “world’s largest roadrunner,” a sculpture in the heart of Fort Stockton, measuring 11 ft. tall and 22 ft. long.

FEATURED EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

Stockton Plaza Entertainment Complex
The new Complex is the premier entertainment center in Fort Stockton. Including a full scale bowling center, movie theater, deluxe snack bar area, outdoor miniature golf course, billiards, lounge and gaming center.

Historic Fort Stockton
Established in 1858, four of the original 35 buildings remain, including the Guard House and three officer’s quarters. Two of the barracks and a kitchen/mess hall have been reconstructed. The Historic Fort Stockton Museum is located in Barracks #1. 301 E. 3rd Street  432.336.2400

Annie Riggs Museum

Annie Riggs Memorial Museum
Located in the hotel owned by its namesake, the museum relates the town’s wild and colorful history with displays featuring area geology, archaeology, and pioneer life. Built in 1900, the building itself is an excellent example of Territorial-style adobe architecture with Victorian wood trim.  301 S. Main   432.336.2167

Old Fort Cemetery
In use from 1859-1912, grave markers are a testament to the hard and often violent life on the early frontier. Few of those buried here lived past the age of 40, and Sheriff A.J. Royal’s tombstone bears the inscription, “Assassinated.”

James Rooney Memorial Park
Home to the historic Comanche Springs Pavilion and Swimming Pool built in 1938 over the Big Chief Spring, the pool is the site of Fort Stockton’s annual Water Carnival. The shady and spacious park has picnic areas, a walking trail, ball fields, basketball and tennis courts.

Desert Pines Municipal Golf Course
This 18 hole course is home to Blaine McCallister, a leading PGA touring professional. Open Tuesday-Sunday. 432.336.2050 

Big Bend Open Road Race
Fort Stockton is the starting point for this “most challenging open road race in the world” held the last Saturday in April along Hwy. 285 to Sanderson; this event draws hundreds to the area and offers excitement for all ages. www.bborr.com

Fort Stockton Convention and Visitors’ Bureau
121 West Second Street
1.877.336.8525 ext. 16

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