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Historical Features - FORT PHIL KEARNY HISTORIC SITE
 

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Historical Features - FORT PHIL KEARNY

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1000 acres over three separate locations in a 5 mile radius designated as “State Historic Site” – including National Historic Landmark (Fetterman Battlefield).  2 major battle sites and the site of the largest stockaded fort in the west.  Also, 80 stone circles (tipi rings) on top of Pilot Knob (Fort Phil Kearny property) dating to 10000 years old.

 

Historic Battles:

Fetterman Fight
 
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The Wagon Box Fight
 

 

LocationLocation

Fort Phil Kearny, Fetterman Battlefield, and Wagon Box Fight Sites

AvailabilityAvailability

Most areas accessible year-round, depending on snow cover.

FeesFees

Site fees apply at Fort Phil Kearny property only.

 
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Site Status

 

The Interpretive Center is now open year round! Please visit www.fortphilkearny.org for a schedule of events! 



Grazing sealed bid packets are open and accepted through November 20, 2026.
Learn more here.

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Hours

 
  • January 1 -May 31: Wednesday-Sunday, 12pm-4pm
  • June - Sept 30: Daily, 8am-5pm
  • Oct 1 - December 31: Wednesday-Sunday, 12pm-4pm

The Fort grounds, as well as the Fetterman and Wagon Box Fight sites, are open daily year-round. 

 

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Phone Number

 

307-684-7629

 

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 Location

 

 Fort Phil Kearny Historic Site
 528 Wagon Box Rd
 Banner, WY 82832

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