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World’s Richest Acre Park

On part of one downtown block, about 1.2 acres, once stood the greatest concentration of oil wells in the world producing more than 2½ million barrels of oil. All but one of the original derricks were dismantled in early 1960s. The original derrick and 36 new ones, a restored pumpjack, a granite monument to the pioneer oil families of East Texas, and brick walkways erected in a historical preservation program make the park a monument to the oil boom of 1930s. A historical marker details history of the plot. An interesting sidelight is that one well was drilled through the terrazzo floor of the Kilgore National Bank that once stood on site. At Main and Commerce sts. across from railroad depot.

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Double Lake Recreation Area

See Sam Houston National Forest in Coldspring.

City: Cleveland
Region: Piney Woods

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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
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Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

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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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