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Camp Fannin World War II Memorial

Located in the University of Texas Health Science Center, this unique monument honors Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine veterans who served during World War II. Open anytime. At U.S. 271 and Texas 155 North. 800/235-5712.

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Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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U.S. 271 & Texas 155
Tyler, Texas
Toll Free: 800/235-5712

Hours

Open anytime

Featured Attraction

Splash into more than a dozen water attractions, including slides, tube chutes, uphill water coasters, the Sand Castle water fun house and the Boogie Bahn surfing ride. The award-winning Rio Aventura links the tube-chutes and water-coasters with the park's beaches, so guests float between rides on water. Kids can enjoy Sand Castle Cove, a five-story water fun house. There's also a full-service restaurant plus a sports bar. Family amenities include free parking and free use of inner tubes. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic basket and cooler into the park—no alcohol or glass containers. Call or check website for schedules. Admission charge. 33261 State Park Road 100. 956/772-SURF. www.schlitterbahn.com.

City: South Padre Island
Region: Gulf Coast

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Popular Attractions

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

Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
Region: Panhandle Plains

Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

Sylvan Beach Park
City: La Porte
Region: Gulf Coast

Lakes near 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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