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Sam Rayburn House in Bonham
Photographer: Michael Amador

Sam Rayburn House Museum

Texas statesman Sam Rayburn was one of the most powerful and influential U.S. politicians in the 20th century, serving 24 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and as speaker of the house for 17 nonconsecutive terms. A 1930s radio, photos of Franklin Roosevelt, period china and other Rayburn family treasures adorn the 1916 house and grounds. Outside, see his 1947 Cadillac (a gift from 142 congressmen at the end of his first term as speaker of the house), a historic smokehouse, barn and garage. Texas Historical Commission property. Open 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tue.–Sun. Admission charge. 890 W. Texas 56. 903/583-5558. www.visitsamrayburnhouse.com.

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Lodging

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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

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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Attractions

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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890 W. Texas 56
Bonham, Texas
Phone: 903/583-5558

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Hours

Open 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tue.–Sun.

Featured Attraction

Stephen F. Austin State Park

Offers picnic, camping and trailer sites, group recreational hall with kitchen facilities, screened shelters and golf course; also dining hall. Hiking, biking and nature trails. Fishing in Brazos River. Admission and camping fees. Just north of San Felipe on Park Road 38. 800/792-1112, 979/885-3613. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/stephen_f_austin_and_san_felipe.

City: San Felipe
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.

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

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