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Hueco Tanks State Historic Site

Precious water from infrequent rains is "stored" in natural rock basins; for centuries this was a strategic travel stop in this arid region. See ancient Native American pictographs, plus names of '49ers who stopped on the way to California. Enjoy picnicking, hiking, climbing and camping. Admission and camping charge. U.S. 62/180, 26 miles east of El Paso. 915/857-1135. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/hueco_tanks.

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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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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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6900 Hueco Tanks Rd
El Paso, Texas
Phone: 915/857-1135

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Featured Attraction

This local store, in operation for almost 100 years, is an old-time saloon restored with a soda fountain and ice cream parlor. In Ledbetter, about nine miles east on U.S. 290. 979/249-5642. Bed-and-breakfast accommodations available in historic 1860s hotel. 979/249-3066.

City: Giddings
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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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.

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

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