On a bluff overlooking the Brazos River, this Texas Historical Commission
property commemorates where Stephen F. Austin established the municipality of
San Felipe in Mexican Texas in 1824 as the first Anglo-American settlement in
Texas. From 1824–36, San Felipe de Austin was the social, economic and political
center of Austin's colony, as well as—briefly—the provisional capital of the
Texas Revolution. The site features a statue of Austin, "The Father of Texas"; a
replica of Austin's dog-run log cabin, where he conducted the business of the
first colonists; and the 1847 J.J. Josey Store, which serves as the site's
visitor center. New exhibits opened in 2011 to commemorate the memorial site and
support a visitor information center in the store. Grounds open during daylight
hours. Visitor center open 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue.–Sun. 979/885-2181. www.visitsanfelipedeaustin.com.
City: San Felipe
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.
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
