Area Attractions
Experience the Sonora Caverns - 20 minutes
At the Sonora Caverns you can be 60 feet underground observing a masterpiece
in the making. Known as one of the most beautiful and unique caves in the US, if not world, here you can witness crystal-like stalagmites, stalactites and other amazing natural occurrences. Guided walking tours last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and leave continuously throughout the day. Open daily for tours except Christmas day. Specialty tours include the Discovery Challenge which takes you off the beaten path, and the Photo Tour; advance reservations required for these two tours.
Fort McKavett State Historical Site and the Fort Trading Post – 1 hour
Fort McKavett founded in 1852 on the headwaters of the San Saba river consists of 15 buildings kept, through constant use and maintenance, in near original condition. These buildings include: officers’ quarters, barracks, a hospital, a school house, a bakery, post headquarters among others. The fort was established as a deterrent to Indian raids, mainly by Comanches and
Lipan Apaches, in the area and to provide protection for travelers on the Upper El Paso Road, an important artery for emigration to the California gold fields. Around the corner from the fort you can have a drink at The Fort Trading Post. It is an authentic place full of collectibles- from cow horns to oil lamps, leather and beads to antique beer and spice signs- the walls tell it all.
San Angelo – 1 hour
In the midst of dry and rugged West Texas ranching country, San Angelo is regarded by many as an oasis. Not only is it blessed with more water than most of the region, it is an oasis of attractions and activities.
Have a leisure stroll along the Concho ‘River Walk’ or El Paseo de Santa Angela. The Cactus Hotel was Conrad Hilton’s fourth hotel. Concho Avenue, the first street of Santa Angela, shares simple charm with a delightful variety of shops. And to witness the true aspect of this ranching area visit Producers Livestock Auction- the largest sheep auction in the US, second largest in the world, and one of the largest cattle auctions in Texas. It doesn’t take much more searching to find all of this and much more.
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark – 1 hour
Founded as a frontier army post in 1867 at the junction of the North and Middle Concho Rivers, Fort Concho provided protection to frontier settlements and trade routes. Today, Fort Concho encompasses most of the former army post and includes 23 original and restored fort structures. Periodically, living history demonstrations are held, with soldiers in authentic dress conducting exercises on the parade grounds.
