Originally a stop on the Old San Antonio Road, Alto is tomato-growing center in the redland belt. The name Alto is derived from the Spanish word for "high," being the highest point between the Angelina and Neches rivers.
The grave of Helena Kimble Dill, believed by many to be the mother of the first Anglo child born in Texas (1804) is here. (Jane Long, of Galveston, often is credited as mother of Texas' first Anglo child in 1821.)
Nearest entrance southwest 6 miles on Texas 21
Alto, TX National ForestsExceptional scenery of forested hills and streams lies along U.S. 69, Texas 21 (El Camino Real)
Alto, TX Scenic DrivesA chief archaeological site in Texas. Park includes two ceremonial and one burial mound, visitor center with exhibits, interpretive trail. Two ceremonial mounds of 300 by 350
Alto, TX Historic SitesCourse Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Historical monuments and markers identify abundant sites including Sam Houston's law office, blocks of original Mexican town ...