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Bowie, Texas

Bowie is in southwestern Montague County and is the largest city in the county. When the railroad built through the area in 1882, local settlers moved to the site of the construction camps and businesses appeared in canvas tents. A townsite was laid out and residents applied for a post office to be named for James Bowie. In 1867, Montague County was the last Texas county crossed by traildrivers heading to the Chisholm Trail and north to cattle markets.

Today the city serves as a retail shopping center. Industry, ranching, agriculture, oil and retail trade form a diversified base for its economy. Antiques, collectibles, gift shops, tearooms, homestyle cooking, bed and breakfasts and more.

Annual celebrations include the Fantasy of Lights Parade in December, Jim Bowie Days in the summer, and Chicken and Bread Days Heritage Festival in the fall. Bowie has been designated a Texas Main Street City.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Bowie, TX

Eagle Mountain

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Hawaiian Falls The Colony

Hawaiian Falls The Colony water park, rated one of the best water parks in Texas, offers thrilling water rides and water slid...

Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour

Every Friday and Saturday, you can spend an enjoyable,spooky evening with the ghost stories and legends of our Granbury Histo...

Waterchase -The Links

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum

This small, but rich, museum focuses on the history and culture of the Czech people, and to assist the public in understandin...