Marfa was established in 1881 as a water stop of the Texas and New Orleans Railroad. Today it is a trading point for many large ranches in the surrounding mountains. A superb climate makes Marfa a popular tourist center. In season, hunters are attracted by plentiful mule deer and pronghorn antelope.
The Hotel Paisano was built by Charles Bassett of El Paso and opened in June 1930. The Paisano was for the most part a cattleman's hotel for its first 40
Marfa, TX Historic HotelsFirst reported by early settlers in 1883, the mysterious glowing orbs still defy explanation. Since then the legend, and the surrounding curiosity, has grown. What once was a Texas-based story of interest has captured national recognition.
Marfa, TX Natural AttractionsThe Chinati Foundation is a contemporary art museum founded by the late artist Donald Judd, dedicated to the creation and preservation of permanent installations of large-scale works or large groups of work by a small number of artists, located on a 340-acre site of the former Fort D.A. Russell.
Marfa, TX MuseumsMarfa Municipal Golf Course is the highest golf course in Texas, at 4,882 feet above sea level with nine holes, 18
Marfa, TX Golf Courses Course Access: Public
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Learn all about Texas and Southwestern history, including the background of the cattle industry and the individuals who began...
This working cattle ranch offers plenty of activities with Texas hospitality. You can relax, put your feet up, or saddle up a...
Established in 1682 as mission for Piros, Thanos, and Jemes Indians. Originally located about 12 leagues from Guadalupe Missi...
Source of famed Texas agates (red plume, pompom, and a rainbow of other types) colorful jasper, labradorite feldspar, calcite...