Lush oasis in semiarid setting, springs were important watering stop on historic Chihuahua Road that connected Texas port of Indianola with Chihuahua City, Mexico. Springs flow some 90 million gallons of clear pure water daily. San Felipe Country Club golf course (semiprivate)
Del Rio, TX Natural AttractionsFamily enterprise in its fourth generation, founded in 1883 by Italian immigrants. Grapes had been grown in the area since 1825
Del Rio, TX WineriesBoat ramps, marinas, campgrounds, picnic areas administered by National Park Service on U.S. side of huge international Amistad Reservoir. From park headquarters on U.S. 90
Del Rio, TX Recreation AreasDedicated to life and legends of frontier Southwest, museum includes rustic structure that was early trading post serving both Texas and Mexico. Plan at least two hours to roam through the 2 1/2- acres and 13 exhibit sites. Judge Roy Bean (see LANGTRY)
Del Rio, TX MuseumsVisit downtown area of historic buildings, churches and homes dating from the 1800s, including the 1887 courthouse. Also ancient acequia system (irrigation canals)
Del Rio, TX Tours37 acres of good clean family fun, with 24 water attractions, including a six-story tall water slide and wave pool. Restauran...
Exhibits include relics of this recent frontier: Indian artifacts, fossils, mementos of the oil boom, and antique furniture. ...
A series of special signs on city streets provide guidance for do-it-yourself tour of historic sites. Historical notations da...