Buffalo Soldiers in National Parks
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A Rich HistoryGolden Gate National Recreation AreaA rich history of the Buffalo Soldiers
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Trail BuildersHawai'i Volcanoes National ParkSix companies of the 25th Infantry worked in what is now the park and built the precursor to the modern Mauna Loa Trail.
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Frontier ProtectionFort Davis National Historic SiteAfter the Civil War, the Army re-established Ft. Davis to protect travelers on the San Antonio-El Paso road.
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First RangersYosemite National ParkA condensed history of the Buffalo Soldiers and their purpose in national parks in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
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A Need for Law & OrderKlondike Gold Rush Nat'l Historical ParkThey protected the community of Skagway in spite of discrimination from those they served.
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Cavalry in the Desert SouthwestChiricahua National MonumentExplore the history of the 10th Cavalry in Arizona.
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Ready, Forward!Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers NMThe stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and one of the most recognized Buffalo Soldiers, Colonel Charles Young.
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A significant presenceFort Vancouver National Historic SiteWhile stationed at Vancouver barracks, the Buffalo Soldiers of the 24th Infantry would play a significant role locally and nationally.
National Park Sites with Buffalo Soldiers History
The legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers spans over eight decades. A good part of their history coincides with the country's national parks. Explore the numerous sites in the national park system that have the distinction of possessing a history with these famed African American soldiers.
Last updated: February 20, 2021
