Presidio San Sabá
Oldest Fort Ruins
State: Texas
County: Menard County
Founded: 1757
Abandoned: 1772
Peak Population: Spanish garrison
Presidio San Sabá is Texas's oldest presidio ruins. The Spanish built it in 1757 to protect Mission Santa Cruz de San Sabá. After Comanche attacks and the mission massacre, the presidio was abandoned. Stone walls remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Oldest TX fort ruins
- 1757 Spanish
- Comanche attacks
Location
Address: Presidio de San Sabá, TX
Coordinates: 30.9167, -99.7833