Fort Pena Colorada (Red Rock)
Established in 1880 as a means of preventing Indian raids into Mexico. Raided by Apaches in 1881. Abandoned in 1893 after Western Texas had been permanently cleared of Indians.
30.1534° N, 103.2875° W
Where to Find It
From Marathon, take local road 4-5 mi. sw to camp ground & city park
Nearby Markers
- 4.4 mi NE Chambers Hotel Marathon
- 4.4 mi NE The Gage Hotel Marathon
- 4.5 mi NE Albion E. Shepard House Marathon
- 4.6 mi NE First School House Marathon
- 4.6 mi NE Pioneer School House Marathon
- 5.1 mi NE Marathon Marathon