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Bandera

Horseback riders cross Medina River near Bandera
Photographer: J. Griffis Smith

Founded 1852 as a cypress shingle camp, and site of a Mormon colony established 1854. One of the oldest Polish communities in the U.S. The authentic Western town, surrounded by working and guest ranches, bills itself as "Cowboy Capital of the World." Rodeos are held at least twice weekly from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check with the convention and visitors bureau for schedule. Horseback riding available, plus swimming in resort pools or clear Hill Country lakes and rivers. Fine year-round fishing; exotic ranches available for year-round hunting; camping, hiking, rodeos, two 18-hole golf courses, and various live music venues.

Nearby Cities: Kerrville, Concan, Ingram, Mountain Home, Vanderpool, Utopia, more...

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Historical Tours	Bandera	Hill Country
St. Stanislaus Catholic Church	Bandera	Hill Country
Hill Country State Natural Area	Bandera	Hill Country
Lakes near Bandera	Bandera	Hill Country
Frontier Times Museum	Bandera	Hill Country
Polly’s Chapel	Bandera	Hill Country
Scenic Drives near Bandera	Bandera	Hill Country
Dude Ranches	Bandera	Hill Country
Bandera Convention & Visitors Bureau	Bandera	Hill Country

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