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Poteet, Texas

Poteet is called the "Strawberry Capital of Texas" and is located in the center of a truck-farming region. Poteet is home to extensive ranching, dairying, production of peanuts, hay and forage grains.

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World's Largest Strawberry

Celebrating the distinction of producing 40 percent of Texas' strawberries is a monument to the favorite fruit. Giant replica is seven feet tall and weighs 1,600 pounds. Also monument of Poteet Canyon, Steve Canyon comic strip character named for city.

Poteet, TX Uniques

Things to do near Poteet, TX

Chaparral Wildlife Management Area

Owned and operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The area consists of 15,200 acres of "Brush Country" that is t...

Mcallen Country Club

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

Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

2,088 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of Valley before agricultural development. Preserves and protects abundant wildl...

Fort Ringgold

One of Texas' best preserved old military posts; named for Maj. David Ringgold, first army officer killed in Battle of Palo A...

Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

African safari, Texas style! In the comfort of your own vehicle you can travel through hundreds of acres of picturesque, hist...