| Texas is more than a state; it's a state of mind. | | | | swallowed people. |
| Texans are proud of their state (which used to be an | | | | Located mid-state near Fredericksburg, the Enchanted |
| independent nation) and there are lots of reasons why | | | | Rock sits right on the edge of the Big Sandy Creek. It |
| - Texas hospitality, Tex-Mex food, a great tradition of | | | | is one of the biggest "batholiths" (giant underground |
| Texas music, and plenty of natural beauty. If you want | | | | rocks) that has been uncovered by erosion. |
| to get out and see the country in your recreational | | | | Nowadays, the ghosts are all gone, and you can go |
| vehicle, Texas has lots to offer. | | | | hiking, climbing and backpacking on the rock. If you |
| East Texas has the best of the American south, with | | | | don't feel up to climbing it, there are plenty of hiking |
| woodlands and lots of water. Further up in the Texas | | | | trails that surround the rock, where you can get a |
| panhandle, everything is flat and green with endless | | | | good view of it. |
| blue skies. Out in western and southern Texas, the | | | | Unfortunately, you won't be staying in your motor |
| land becomes desert and you can camp right against | | | | home right at the edge of the rock. The camping close |
| the border. Texas is huge, and there are things to see | | | | to the rock has no RV hookups and no sites big |
| in every corner. | | | | enough to pull in to. You're better staying in |
| Big Bend National Park, located in the far southwest | | | | Fredericksburg. One good spot in Fredericksburg is the |
| corner of Texas, is known for its rugged beauty, and | | | | Fredericksburg RV Park, a nice facility with all the |
| also for its isolation. This makes it a great spot for | | | | conveniences you could want. It has 100 sites, Internet |
| those who want to get away from it all. While most of | | | | access, cable TV and pretty scenery. They take |
| the country has been divided up and tamed, Big Bend | | | | reservations |
| is still wilderness at its best. | | | | If you don't want to be land-locked, Padre Island |
| You'll find a variety of natural wonders in Big Bend - | | | | National Seashore is an option. It is located just south |
| from the Rio Grande River to the sky high mountain | | | | of Corpus Christi, and stretches along the Laguna |
| basins only an hour's drive away. The park also | | | | Madre. It is a barrier island with lots of wildlife, native |
| features desert, which is why it's like three parks in | | | | plants and activities to enjoy. It's the longest stretch of |
| one. | | | | undeveloped barrier island in the world. |
| There are three campgrounds run by the National Park | | | | In addition to the ocean, Padre Island has rare animals |
| where you can take a motor home. Between these | | | | including exotic birds and sea turtles. Watching the |
| three parks, you can find something to suit your needs. | | | | birds and the sea turtle releases are big tourist |
| Make a reservation if you plan to head out there. | | | | attractions. There is also great camping, a sky full of |
| For more rugged camping in Big Bend, try the Basin | | | | stars, and outdoor activities like bicycling to enjoy. |
| Campground. The drive down can be dangerous for | | | | Destination South Padre RV Resort is perfect for all |
| big rigs, so this site is recommended for smaller motor | | | | rigs. It's made specifically for recreational vehicles and |
| homes. Big rig parking can also be difficult here. Still, it's | | | | offers a great view of the Laguna. It can be crowded |
| a great place if you want to really be deep in the | | | | during the tourist season, but with great views of the |
| wilderness. | | | | Gulf of Mexico and cooling ocean breezes, it is a |
| Enchanted Rock is named after a giant rock that | | | | popular spot. They take reservations. |
| inspired fear in both Indians and settlers alike. The | | | | There are things to do and see throughout the state. |
| Indians of the area believed the huge rock was | | | | You can easily spend a couple of weeks touring |
| inhabited by ghosts, and early adventurers avoided | | | | around the state. The Lone Star State is a great place |
| exploration for years by because they believed it | | | | to explore with your recreational vehicle. |