Areas of Interest
Balmorhea State Park
Sandia Wetlands Project
Balmorhea State Park
Balmorhea State Park is a 46-acre state park located on the San Solomon Springs in Reeves County, Texas. Dive into the crystal-clear water of the world’s largest spring-fed swimming pool. Swim, scuba dive, or just relax under the trees at this historic park in arid West Texas, just a short 10 minute drive down the road.
For more information, visit https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/balmorhea
Balmorhea Lake
Sandia Wetlands Project
Balmorhea State Park
Balmorhea Lake is a reservoir on Sandia Creek 2 miles (3 km) southeast of downtown Balmorhea. Historians believe that this area of lake has been around for more than 11,000 years.
The lake is used for swimming, fishing, bird-watching and boating and is a short 10 minute drive.
For more information, visit
https://tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/fish/recreational/lakes/balmorhea/access.phtml
Sandia Wetlands Project
Sandia Wetlands Project
Sandia Wetlands Project
The Sandia Springs Wetland Project is a 5 acre shorebird sanctuary, initiated in 2011 by the Tierra Grande chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. This private property open to the public for viewing. This project is a 5 minute drive from the park.
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Saddleback Steakhouse
Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
Sandia Wetlands Project
Saddleback Steakhouse is on site and offers the best made from scratch Mexican and American cuisine. This is a must do if you are in the area.
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Circle Bar Saloon
Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
For a taste of the Wild West, this is the place. Friendly folks, good laughs and a matter of fact bartender located on-site.
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Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
Gateway to the Largest in the World Dark Sky Greater Big Bend International Reserve
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has partnered with the McDonald Observatory, the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) and local astronomy groups to promote stargazing in our state parks. We hope to raise awareness of preserving night skies with star parties, self-guided constellation tours and light pollution education programs.
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