Originally a stop on the Old San Antonio Road, Alto is tomato-growing center in the redland belt. The name Alto is derived from the Spanish word for "high," being the highest point between the Angelina and Neches rivers.
The grave of Helena Kimble Dill, believed by many to be the mother of the first Anglo child born in Texas (1804) is here. (Jane Long, of Galveston, often is credited as mother of Texas' first Anglo child in 1821.)
A chief archaeological site in Texas. Park includes two ceremonial and one burial mound, visitor center with exhibits, interpretive trail. Two ceremonial mounds of 300 by 350
Alto, TX Historic SitesNearest entrance southwest 6 miles on Texas 21
Alto, TX National ForestsExceptional scenery of forested hills and streams lies along U.S. 69, Texas 21 (El Camino Real)
Alto, TX Scenic DrivesNearest entrance southwest 6 miles on Texas 21....
Exhibits devoted to local East Texas history, agriculture, communications, and military collections. Reproductions of early r...
In 1902 an inspired preacher-inventor built an airship based on description in Biblical book of Ezekiel. Said to have flown b...
Marked boat roads, free canoeing lessons, and detailed trail maps allow you to set your own pace through this primeval wonder...
Many of city's fine old homes are open during annual Historical Pilgrimage, first weekend in May and Candlelight Tour first t...