Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Texas

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument is a national monument in the Texas Panhandle in the northern part of the state. Covering 1,371 acres (555 ha), it protects the red bluffs overlooking the Canadian River. The site has yielded flint of varying colors used by prehistoric people to create tools and weapons such as arrowheads. According to scientists, the area was mined between AD 1200 and 1450.

The Alibates flint create the finest tools, which was why the red bluffs drew people from all over. The ancient quarries where the flints were mined can still be seen. They are pits that are from five to twenty-five feet across. These pits were originally about four to seven feet deep, but over the ages, have been filled with soil and vegetation.

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Texas
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Alibates Flint Quarries was proclaimed a national monument on 21 August, 1965. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on 15 October, 1966.

Visiting Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Texas

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument is located near the banks of Lake Meridith, near Sanford Recreation Area. The nearest major city is Amarillo, 35 miles to the south.

From Amarillo take Texas State Highway 136 heading north for 30 miles. Then find the junction of Cas Johnson Road on your left and turn on to it. Three miles down the road takes you to a Y. Take the right branch and go another 2 miles to reach the Alibates contact station.

Visitors to Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument can take the tour to view the area and its quarry pits. These tours require a one-mile walk and take around 2 hours on foot. To join the tours, you need to reserve in advance (call Park Headquarters at 806-857-3151).

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