Site of Cottonwood Springs
After Indians on High Plains were subdued (1874) by Gen. R. S. MacKenzie, settlers started to pour into this area, where they found abundant game, water, and good soil for ranching, farming. Cottonwood Springs, at head of Green Briar Creek, was one of first villages founded (in 1875). The town soon became a trading center for southeastern part of county. It had several stores, two churches, and a school; and although usually peaceful, it experienced many gun battles. The town name was shortened to "Cottonwood" after first post office was established in 1883. (1968)
32.2059° N, 99.2036° W
Where to Find It
On FM 1079 about .2 mile west of FM 880, Cottonwood
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi W Cottonwood Bank and Post Office Cottonwood
- 0.2 mi S Old Cottonwood Cemetery
- 5.5 mi NE Atwell Cemetery Cross Plains
- 5.9 mi S Cross Plains Cemetery Cross Plains
- 6 mi S Higginbotham Brothers and Company Cross Plains
- 6 mi S Cross Plains Review Cross Plains