Explore 2,088 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of the Valley before
agricultural development. The refuge preserves and protects abundant wildlife
and plant species. More than 400 species of birds can be seen throughout the
year—many found nowhere else in the United States. Interpretive wildlife tram
rides operate late November–late April (charge). The refuge has 19 miles of
trails, including one that is wheelchair accessible. Bicycling is allowed on a
seven-mile paved route. Rio Grande canoe trips are available by reservation
through the Friends of the Wildlife Corridor: www.corridorfriends.com. Visitor
center and bookstore open 8 a.m.–4 p.m. daily; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas
and New Year's Day. Admission charge. Entrance a quarter-mile east of U.S.
281/F.M. 907 intersection, 7.5 miles south of Alamo. 956/784-7500. www.fws.gov.
City: Alamo
Region: South Texas 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.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
City: Fritch
Region: Panhandle Plains
Billy Bob's Texas
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
The Alamo
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Big Bend National Park
City: Big Bend National Park Area
Region: Big Bend Country
