Public Tour

Trail of the Caddo: Discovering Caddo Mounds
Capacity: 1-15 visitors
Timing: 1-3 hours, Tuesday through Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Adults $4, youth $3, ages 5 and under free

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site is a prehistoric village and ceremonial center. Start in the visitor center to view the exhibits and an introductory video about the Caddo people and the Caddo Mounds site, then lace up your walking shoes or borrow a golf cart to visit the 0.7-mile self-guided interpretive trail, which includes a traditional grass house, mounds, and borrow pit. Visitors can then walk along 0.4 miles of the Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail, seeing a section of the original road. There is also an additional 1.5 miles of scenic walking trails that include a pond, bird blind, prairie restoration areas, and picnic area. Walk-ins only; advanced reservations are not needed.

School Tour

Tejas is Caddo for Friend
Grades: K-12     
Capacity: 12-60 students
Timing: 1.5-2 hours, available Wednesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: $1 per student. One chaperone for every 10 students is free; additional adults are $1 per person.

Students will explore the captivating history of the Caddo tribe at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site, participating in hands-on activities and discoveries where they will learn about Caddo people, their history, culture, and present-day accomplishments. Students will visit the museum, the Caddo Grass House, the Snake Woman’s Garden, and a section of the Camino Real de los Tejas. Students in grades 4-12 will also learn about early hunting technologies by trying their hand at using an atlatl. 

Adult Group Tour

From Prehistory to the Present: 1200 Years of Caddo Culture
Capacity: 15-60 adults
Timing: 2-3 hours, available Wednesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: $1 per person

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site is a prehistoric village and ceremonial center. Start in the visitor center to view the exhibits and an introductory video about the Caddo people and the Caddo Mounds site, then head out by foot or golf cart to visit the traditional grass house, mounds, and borrow pit. Groups can then walk or ride along the Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail and additional scenic walking trails that include a pond, bird blind, prairie restoration areas, and picnic area. Groups may also elect to watch "Koo Hoot Kiwat-Caddo Grass House,” the award-winning PBS video about the building of the grass house replica.

Tour Reservations

Reservations for guided school tour should be made three weeks in advance by completing the tour request form. Self-guided adult groups can be scheduled in advance by calling 936-858-3218 or emailing caddo-mounds@thc.texas.gov.

If your group is looking for a specialized tour experience, contact the site directly to inquire about customizing your tour.

Accessibility 

The Caddo Mounds museum is fully accessible. A wheelchair is available on site for public use. The Mound Trail and a Portion of El Camino Real Trail #1 are granite covered.  All other trails are non-accessible, with some steep grades, steps, and dirt and grass. 

Facilities 

Restrooms are available on site.  Visitors are encouraged to bring picnic items to enjoy in the picnic area.  

Nearby Attractions 

While you're in the area, visit these nearby sites: 

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