This community was founded in 1891 and named for a hero of the battle of San Jacinto. The small town boomed in 1917 with the discovery of oil. Today Eastland is known for its Lake Leon, a favorite with anglers. Eastland, however, is perhaps best known for the legend of Old Rip, a Texas Horned …
Named for George C. Childress, the main author of the Texas Declaration of Independence, Childress is the seat of Childress County and is a center for local agriculture. Established in 1876, the city is now known for its production of cotton, wheat, peanuts, and cattle. Hunting for deer, doves and feral hogs is also popular …
Billed as the town “Where Yee-Haw meets Olé,” Eagle Pass is a favorite with history buffs, outdoor lovers, shoppers, and even those ready to try their luck at the casino tables. Eagle Pass dates back to the days after Texas Revolution when Mexico prohibited all trade with Texas. The Texas militia set up an observation …
Now known as “The Irish Capital of Texas,” the original spelling of this town’s name was “Doublin,” but no one can quite agree on why that was. Some historians believe the town was named for the practice of “doubling” wagons in order to avoid Indian attack; others believe it was named for the city in …
OK, let’s be honest: there’s not a lot to do in the village of Dime Box, but with a name like that, it’s a fun detour for travelers headed east of Austin. The burg is located just east of TX 21 on FM 141. The town was originally known as Brown’s Mill for its sawmill …
Located 35 miles north of the DFW Metroplex, Denton still offers much of the atmosphere of a small Texas town, from its limestone courthouse to several attractions of interest to visitors. Downtown, travelers will find several restored historic buildings thanks to the city’s participation in the Main Street program. Denton is home to the University …
It calls itself “the best of the border,” and with a quick look around Del Rio it’s easy to see why. Whether your idea of a getaway means shopping or swimming, hiking or hunting, Del Rio’s got something to offer. Del Rio stands apart from other border cities because of its abundance of water. The …