Borger was established following the discovery of a rich Panhandle Oil Field in 1926. In just months, a boom town of tents and shacks sprang up, and the population numbered more than 40,000. Orderly growth soon replaced the ribald oil boom days, and now Borger is a center for oil, chemicals, and cattle. Tanks and towers of oil and petrochemical plants dominate the skyline. Borger is the home of Frank Phillips College.
Site where two famous Indian battles were fought. Col. Kit Carson (in his last fight) and his U.S. troops in 1864 narrowly escaped defeat by Kiowa and Comanche Indians who had been molesting wagon trains and settlers. Ten years later, in 1874
Borger, TX Historic Sites16 parks offer extensive picnic facilities, tennis courts, sports fields, playground equipment, swimming pools, and two 18-hole golf courses.
Borger, TX City ParksA 25-mile loop west and north to Stinnett crosses rough, canyon-cut landscapes of the Canadian River brakes;
Borger, TX Scenic Drives Course Access: Public
Holes: 18
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Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...
Located in the oldest house in Jack County, two rooms furnished with period furnishings depicting home life; one room dedicat...
Small lake for fishing; swimming pool, walking trail and picnic areas. At south edge of city on U.S. 84....
Local heritage displays, pioneer kitchen, artifacts. In restored A. M. Brownfield Home....
Collection of antique farm equipment and machinery and is a tribute to the agricultural community. Exhibits include a Caterpi...