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Majors-Parchman Farmstead

This 1883 Victorian farmhouse has original outbuildings, a small barn, smokehouse, chicken coop and an outhouse. There is also an 1868 log cabin on the property. Picnic tables available. Open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tue. and Thu., 1–3 p.m. Sat. and by appointment other days. At the corner of Kaufman and Tolbert streets. 903/537-4760.

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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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Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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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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701 S. Kaufman St.
Mount Vernon, Texas
Phone: 903/537-4760

Hours

Open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tue. and Thu., 1–3 p.m. Sat. and by appointment other days.

Featured Attraction

A picture-perfect spot for swimming, 45-foot waterfall spills into a deep, jade-green pool. One of the most popular destinations in Central Texas. Note: Water quality is carefully monitored, and swimming is not allowed when the bacteria count is too high. Call ahead. Other activities include picnicking and nature study. Guided nature tour by reservation. No drinking water is available; and no pets, glass containers, fires or cooking is allowed. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Admission charge. Off Hamilton Pool Road (F.M. 3238). 512/264-2740.

City: Dripping Springs
Region: Hill Country

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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.

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

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