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Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site
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Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Western National Parks Store at Bent's Old Fort
- Nearby city
- La Junta, CO
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The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site Tours and Evening Candlelight Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
