Camp Ford Historical Park
Right off Hwy 271, in Tyler, you can find one of the most significant military camps during the United States’ Civil War.
According to the Smith County Historical Society, The Camp Ford Historical Park was the largest Confederate Prisoner of War Camp west of the Mississippi River during the American Civil War.
Reports showed that there were around 5,300 federal soldier prisoners at one point during the war.
Today, you can stroll these old campgrounds. As you do, you will find many displays that describe what everyday life was like here. Much of the signage provides photographs and illustrations to give you real sense of what it was like here at the height of the Civil War.
Along with the park’s strong historical presence, this green space is a great spot to picnic, hike and just get a good breath of fresh air. The camp’s walking trail offers a nice trek through the piney woods, with lots of markers to learn more about the camp.
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Camp Ford can be found at: 6500 US-271, Tyler
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