According to apparently authentic records and witnesses, a Texas horned toad (a type of lizard) was sealed in cornerstone of an Eastland courthouse built in 1897. In 1928 a new courthouse was erected, the prior cornerstone was opened, and the horned frog was found alive!
Eastland, TX MonumentsBuilt by one of Eastland's founding fathers, C.U. Connellee in 1920
Eastland, TX TheatresNational and Post Office history depicted in 6- by 10-foot mural of postage stamps. Seven years and some 12,000 stamps were required to produce the mosaics of historical scenes and famous stamps.
Eastland, TX MuralsDaniel, Cisco, and Leon. Also Eastland and Ringling Lakes are popular local fishing spots one mile north of town. Primitive camping, trails, and RV hookups are available at Ringling.
Eastland, TX Recreation Course Access: Public
Holes: 9
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44-acre recreation site offers picnicking, swimming pool, playground, and travel trailer campsites available free for up to f...
Old jail and log cabin, area history and artifacts. Open weekend afternoons in summer. One block south of courthouse in Palo ...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
A nightclub and restaurant area where restaurants feature all types of food. The Cactus Theater is a restored 1930s motion pi...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...