NPS Santa Fe National Historic Trail
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  • 0939. Beef Corral

    Aerial view of a section of the Pawnee River with a red circle indicating the location of the beef corral.

    A 100 x 180-foot post and rail closure for cattle was constructed near the river. When available, the soldiers’ rations included 20 ounces of fresh beef per day.  Beef was also allotted to local tribes.