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Palmetto State Park

Of special interest to botanists because of a wide variety of plant life, this 178-acre park is used as field laboratory by several Texas universities. Tent and trailer camping are permitted. Swimming, fishing, picnicking, nature study and hiking are available. Ten miles north via U.S. 183 and F.M. 1586 to Park Road 11. Admission and camping fees. 830/672-3266, 800/792-1112. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/palmetto.

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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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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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78 Park Road 11 South
Gonzales, Texas
78629
Phone: 830/672-3266
Toll Free: 800/792-1112

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Featured Attraction

Ply the waters of Caddo Lake aboard the Graceful Ghost steamboat, a wood burning, steam powered, stern paddle-wheeler. It's a replica of an 1890s paddle-wheel riverboat, like those that once steamed into this part of Texas. Daily tours last one hour and 15 minutes. Reservations recommended. Admission charge. Boat departs Shady Glade Marina, 510 Cypress Drive. 903/789-2238, 877/894-4678. info@gracefulghost.com. www.gracefulghost.com.

City: Uncertain
Region: Piney Woods

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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.

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Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
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Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
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
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Region: Big Bend Country

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