Holding command over the Southern Plains, Fort Griffin served as one in a
line of western defensive forts from 1867–81. Among the ruins are a mess hall,
barracks, first sergeant's quarters, bakery, powder magazine and hand-dug well.
Fort Griffin, a Texas Historical Commission property, also is home to the
Official State of Texas Longhorn Herd, the breed that helped create the cowboy
mystique. For a true taste of the Old West, the site offers camping, fishing,
hiking, stargazing and living history. Annual living history days event is held
on the second weekend in October. Open daily 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Fee. Site is 15 miles
north of Albany on U.S. 283. 325/762-3592. www.visitfortgriffin.com.
City: Fort Griffin
Region: Panhandle Plains
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
