The Paluxy River flows over solid rock that contains the best-preserved dinosaur tracks in Texas. It was here that the first tracks in the world from sauropods—plant-eating reptiles more than 60 feet long—were discovered. Other tracks found in the riverbed are from duckbilled dinosaurs, about 30 feet long, and theropods, which were 12-foot-tall meat-eaters. Interpretive exhibits give visitors a glimpse of how Texas might have looked 100 million years ago. The 1,204-acre park also offers camping, picnicking and nature trails. Admission and camping fees. 1629 Park Road 59, about five miles west of town via U.S. 67 and F.M. 205. 254/897-4588, 800/792-1112. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/dinosaur_valley.
City: Glen Rose
Region: Prairies and Lakes
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.
Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
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
