Tag: “Texas”

8 places found.

1. 

   Enchanted Rock

   "Enchanted Rock was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1970 and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. The Rock is a huge, pink granite exfoliation dome, that rises 425 feet above ground, 1825 feet above sea level, and covers 640 acres.

2. 

   Jericho

   Unless you're a local with business there, Jericho, Texas isn't exactly a destination in itself. It's not even big enough to be considered a whistle stop along Route 40 (overlapping Historic Route 66) about an hour East of Amarillo.

3. 

   The Alamo

4. 

   Zilker Botanical Gardens

   Zilker Botanical Gardens, located at 2220 Barton Springs Road in Austin, Texas is a delight to the eye, no matter the season. From roses to ferns to a delightful koi pond, the trails are well-maintained and perfect for a family outing or a couple's stroll.

5. 

   Local

   Housed in the historic Boyd Hotel, LOCAL is an intimate, modern, upscale yet unpretentious restaurant in downtown Dallas.

6. 

   Balmorhea State Park

   Balmorhea State Park, in the wild big empty of West Texas, is a road trip oasis. With a cushy campground and a retro hacienda-style hotel on site, you'll want to stay multiple days to enjoy the park's star attraction - a giant, spring fed swimming hole.

7. 

   Claude, Texas

   Restaurant in Claude, Texas

8. 

   Amarillo Muffler Man

   This Amarillo Muffler Man can be seen passing by on I-40. He stands in front of Country Barn BBQ and Steaks.