The small Panhandle town of Borger became a boomtown after oil was discovered here in 1926. The discovery brought 45,000 new residents to the community and soon the city was incorporated. The boom went bust when oil prices dropped but petroleum products still remain an important part of this town’s economy along with ranching. In 2007 Borger was voted as the best Panhandle Plains Region Ride by Ride Texas Magazine.
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Attractions
Hutchinson County Historical Museum. Take a walk down memory lane with these exhibits of domestic and agricultural implements from Hutchinson County’s early days including the town’s oil boomtown past. Located at 618 North Main St.
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area. This man-made reservoir on the Canadian River covers 10,000 acres and is a popular boating and fishing destination in the area. There are also several camping and picnic areas around the lake and most of these allow leashed dogs. Some of the campsites are improved while others are primitive sites with no amenities. TX 136 to the town of Fritch.
Festivals
JUNE:
Downtown Merchants Beach Bash. Part of Borger’s Main Street is covered with sand for this annual event. Beach volleyball takes center stage at the outdoor party which also features a car show with vintage autos, motorcycles and other unique vehicles.
JULY:
Borger Summer Celebration in Huber Park. Arts and crafts, musical entertainment and children’s activities are featured along with plenty of food and drink concessions.
DECEMBER:
Christmas Parade. Held on the first Monday in December, this annual event marks the beginning of the holiday season.
Historic Borger Photos
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For More Information
Historic postcards from TexasTripper collection