This 46,000-acre refuge, at the southern end of the Central Flyway, includes 7,000 acres of marshland, saltwater and freshwater. Thousands of waterfowl winter here. Resident species include many kinds of gulls, least grebe, Harris' hawk, kiskadee flycatcher and painted bunting. Other wildlife include coyote, bobcat, javelina and white-tailed deer. Explore via foot and driving routes. Visitor Center features wildlife exhibits, bird and animal lists, and a picnic area. Saltwater fishing is available on the Harlingen Ship Channel at the West Side Recreation Area, access from Arroyo City. Open daylight hours except federal holidays. 22817 Ocelot Road. Access (about seven miles east) to intersection F.M. 106/F.M. 1847. 956/748-3607
City: Rio Hondo
Region: Gulf Coast
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
