Mineral Wells
The discovery of medicinal qualities in the waters made Mineral Wells nationally famous in late 19th to early 20th centuries. It was said that the waters of the Crazy Well (discovered in 1885) could cure mental illness and a long list of other maladies. Today, modern health seekers, conventioneers, retired persons, hunters and fishermen enjoy mild climate and the surrounding Palo Pinto Mountains. Several outfitters provide canoe rentals and trips on the nearby Brazos River. A walking tour encompasses the historic downtown area. Be sure to inquire about the Beneficial Animal Teaching Society’s (B.A.T.S.) tours and field trips to see Bat World, a museum about bats, as well as guided field tours.
Palo Pinto Museum
Old jail and log cabin, area history and artifacts. Open weekend afternoons in summer. One block south of courthouse in Palo Pinto, 12 miles west, U.S. 180.
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Clark Gardens
Open since 2000, the gardens resulted from the vision of Max and Billie Clark, who…
Learn more →Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
2,853 acres of post-oak woodlands and grassy meadows surround 673-acre Lake Mineral Wells; extensive day-use…
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Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days
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Texas 4 (12 miles west of Mineral Wells at Palo Pinto) south to I-20 offers…
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Historical marker at intersection of U.S. 281/180 marks site of first mineral-water well in the…
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Founded in 1904 by Edward P. Dismuke, The Famous Mineral Water Pavilion and Gardens is…
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Details and free literature about Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto Co. historic sites, campgrounds, accommodations…
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