From about 1865 to the mid-1890's, our vaqueros and cowboys herded about 5 million cattle to markets up north while also becoming famous legends that made Texas proud. While Texas had many trails, …

Farmers were pushing cattle into ever-more-arid parts of the country. The era of the cattle drive was at its peak for only about 20 years – from after the Civil War until the coming of the railroads to Texas …

1 day ago · A proposed museum in North Texas aims to honor the Texas Longhorn’s legacy and educate visitors on its role in cattle drives and the state’s early history.

May 6, 2025 · Post-Civil War economics sparked Texas-to-Kansas cattle drives as ranchers sought northern markets offering tenfold beef prices. Along legendary trails like the Chisholm, cowboys …

Cattle drives were a major economic activity in the 19th and early 20th century American West, particularly between 1850s and 1910s. In this period, 27 million cattle were driven from Texas to …

Nov 28, 2025 · Discover Western heritage museums, live music, rodeos, cattle drives, shopping and dining at the Fort Worth Stockyards. Explore the heart of Texas history!

Dec 15, 2023 · Explore the epic saga of Texas cattle drives that shaped the American West. This concise history delves into the era's impact on the economy, culture, and the cowboy mythos that still …

Experience the Old West at the Fort Worth Herd—watch longhorns parade daily in the Stockyards. Free, family-friendly fun in historic Texas.

Dec 24, 2025 · Quick Take The Texas longhorn is the official state large mammal of Texas. Heat tolerance and easy calving fit Texas rangelands, boosting their value for ranching and as a visual …

These ranches provide guests with the chance to participate in authentic cattle drives, where they can help round up and move cattle across the rugged terrain of Texas. Visitors can also learn more about …