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Quinta Mazatlan

A 1930s country estate in heart of McAllen is city's World Birding Center location. This historic Spanish Revival adobe hacienda is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and native woodland. Quiet trails wind through more than 15 acres of bird habitat. 600 Sunset Dr. 956/681-3370. Open Tue. – Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursdays open until dark. Admission fee. www.quintamazatlan.com

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600 Sunset Dr.
McAllen, Texas
78503
956/681-3370

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Hours

Open Tue. – Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursdays open until dark.

Featured Activity

The Lower Colorado River Authority's Richards Riverbend Park on the Colorado River has camping facilities, a fishing pier, picnic tables, playground and rest rooms. Free admission. Park entrance is off U.S. 71. 512/237-3282, ext. 7.

City: Smithville
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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Popular Activities

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular activities to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains

Japanese Garden
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

Kemah Boardwalk
City: Kemah
Region: Gulf Coast

SeaWorld San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country

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