Amphitheater is in a natural crater that is 60 feet deep and 300 yards in
diameter. Legend has it that the crater was once a gathering place for the Caddo
to play tribal games. Concerts are held in the crater April–Oct. Twelve miles
south of Henderson at U.S. 259 and F.M. 1798; take F.M. 1798 west one mile, the
canyon is on the left. 903/898-2772. www.durangoscanyon.com.
City: Henderson
Region: Piney Woods
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.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
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
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
