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Aviador del país de la colina

Algo que usted no puede saber sobre Tejas es que amamos los trenes. Tenemos varias excursiones históricas del tren que usted puede encontrar interesar.

Ferrocarril de la vendimia de la vid- entre la vid y el valor de fortaleza en Tejas del norte

Tome un paseo en coches del Victorian-estilo en una de dos locomotoras de la vendimia, una locomotora del vapor 1896, el motor de vapor de funcionamiento continuo más viejo del sur, o una locomotora diesel 1953 GP-7. La línea de la correa del algodón de la vid al districto histórico nacional de los corrales tiene aproximadamente 21 millas de largo. Goce del districto de la hospitalidad o lleve un paseo más corto de los corrales la 8va avenida en el funcionamiento del río de la trinidad.

Campo: Estancia en El camping de los viñedos en vid del lago, Tejas. Tirar-por sitios de RV con agua, el servicio de 20/30/50 amperio, las conexiones de la alcantarilla y el wi-fi. Los animales permitieron excepto en cabinas. Rampa del barco, pescando el embarcadero, el patio, el rastro de naturaleza, el voleibol de la arena, completamente accesibles y familia amistosa. El teléfono es 817-329-8993.

Aviador del país de la colina- De parque del cedro a Burnet en el país de la colina de Tejas

Tirado por una locomotora Diesel-Eléctrica 1960 de Alco, el parque del cedro de las hojas del aviador del país de la colina en 10, subiendo las colinas de los lagos highland, a través de paso de la cumbre, en un paseo de dos horas en Burnet. En Burnet, usted gozará de 2 - un 1/2 - layover de la hora para el almuerzo y las compras. El aviador vuelve al parque del cedro en 430pm.

Campines de RV en área del parque del cedro:

• Parque de la cañada RV del idilio (ningún Web site), 19421 RR 1431, Lago Vista, TX 78645. Teléfono: (512) 394-6071.
• Parque de la sol RV - El parque nuevo con 40 pavimentó tirar-por sitios. Laundry facilities, bath house, swimming pool and wi-fi.

Texas State Railroad-Between Rusk and Palestine in East Texas

Round trips on the historic Texas State Railroad depart the Rusk or Palestine, Texas depots at 11am, with return at 330pm. The 25-mile trip takes 1 -1/2 hour each way, and there is a 1-1/2 hour stop at the destination depot. The Texas State Railroad offers both steam and diesel train excursions. The 25 miles of track meanders through some of the most beautiful forests in East Texas and crosses the scenic Neches River.

RVers: The campground in Rusk was once a state park. It has two RV camping sections, approximately 55 sites. One campground has full hookups (30/50) and pull-through sites. The group camping area, with water and electric only, are back-in sites. Must make reservations by calling (903) 683-5126. There is camping on the Palestine side, but sites are water only, and available on the first come, first served basis.

Historic Jefferson Railway-Depart and return to Jefferson, Texas

Old Steam Engine #7 will take you on a scenic excursion to and around the Big Cypress Bayou. Enjoy dogwood, cypress and pine trees, view historic Confederate Powder Magazine and enjoy the site of one of the most historic towns in Texas. Starting February 15, you may choose to ride the Ghost Train of Jefferson. Listen to ghost stories while you rocket through the pines and around the bayou. Jefferson is a hot spot for paranormal activity.

RVers: Camp at one of these campgrounds in the area.

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Buescher State Park Fishing Lake (photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We spent a restful weekend at Buescher State Park outside of Smithville, Texas. This park has a recreation hall, amphitheater, residences and walkways built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1920s. There are screened shelters and cabins situated on the 25-acre fishing lake.

I noticed the walk-in camping sites were ideally situated in a clearing in the middle of the forest. The walk-in was not a long hike either.  The facilities included two playgrounds for children.  Dogs are not allowed in any of the park facilities and must be on a 6-foot leash in the camp ground.

I am going to share RV sites because some of these sites were really short, maybe 20-22 feet. In the Oak Haven multipurpose camping area, sites 16-19, 22 and 28 are the only sites that have space for travel trailers and RVs. The Cozy Circle camping area is designated for RV and travel trailers, but sites 1-4 are not shady nor private, and do not have enough parking space for your car. Site 5 is a beautiful handicapped-accessible site right across from the bathroom that has handicapped-accessible facilities. Sites 6 and 7 are okay, but awkward to back into. Sites 8 and 9 are too short (<15 feet). Sites 10-14 are the most roomy, shaded and private spots.

Antioch Historic Roadway on Lost Pines Hiking Trail
(photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We hiked about 5 miles total on the Lost Pines hiking trail, which was not as scenic as I was expecting. The walk through the woods was shady and full of wildlife and birds, but there was a long walk on the right-of-way in the sun. We turned back at the Antioch Historic Roadway and retraced our steps. We were so hot and tired, we just crawled in bed and passed out, including our dog, Rags.

Colorado River Valley from Park Road 1C
(photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We drove just a few miles out Park Road 1C from Buescher SP towards Bastrop SP. There is a turn out where you may overlook the Colorado River Valley.

Another RV park in area:

I picked up a brochure for Toad Hollow RV Park & Campground (art & antiques, too).  They are located on 12 acres on Alum Creek and have nine RV spots, one vacation cabin, a tipi and camping sites.  There is a Toad Hollow Pond on the property. The phone number is 512 237 5969.  The address is 115 Fishers of Men, Smithville, TX 78957.

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These teardrop trailers are hand built by skilled Amish craftsman in Sugarcreek, Ohio. The large, dual-locking side entry doors have screened tinted glass-sliding windows. The interior walls, ceiling and cabinets are natural birch wood. The back hatch opens to a full hardwood kitchen.

Lil Traveler Spirit

The Pleasant Traveler (below) is a lightweight trailer that may be pulled by your family car, mini van or SUV. All trailers are now inspected and approved By RVIA.

Pleasant Traveler

Visit Pleasant Valley Trailer to see the Amish hand crafting these trailers.

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Wintertime in Texas is an ideal time to go RVing. Four of the Lower Colorado River Authority are offering discounted RV camping through the end of February. Winter discounts of 25 to 50 percent for prepaid weekly and monthly camp site rentals are available at participating parks.

For details, contact the parks:

• North Shore and South Shore parks, Lake Bastrop, (512) 498-1922. South Shore has 38 universal camp sites, and North Shore has 15.
• Matagorda Bay Nature Park, at the mouth of the Colorado River, (979) 863-7120. The 70-site RV area is open year-round with full utility hookups. Near beach and fishing pier.
• Black Rock Park, Lake Buchanan, (512) 793-3138. Fifteen RV sites have beautiful lake views.
• Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park, Burnet County, 75 miles northwest of Austin. (512) 715-0290. The park has 25 RV sites.

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Rio Grande Valley

The Rio Grande Valley (RGV) of Texas is a world-class birding spot. Follow the path of the Rio Grande River, from resacas to riverine woodlands, from arid chaparral to coastal prairie to coastal wetlands (west to east), and from temperate farmlands to subtropical climes (north to south).

The Mississippi and the Central flyways, join in the spring and diverge in the fall just north of the RGV. These flyways serve as a funnel for all types of feathered visitors into the avian wonderland that is the Rio Grande Valley.

Click to read article about birding in the Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) by seasons.

The World Birding Center

Over 10,000 acres are planned to become part of the WBC, helping to protect native habitat while increasing the understanding and appreciation of the birds and wildlife.

Currently, The World Birding Center is a network of nine sites strung along 120 miles of road from South Padre Island to Roma, Texas. The habitats are as diverse as the sites, which makes this the richest birding area north of the border.

• Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park-762 acres of wilderness and headquarters of WBC
• Edinburg Scenic Wetlands-oasis for water-loving birds and butterflies
• Estero Llano Grande State Park-almost 200 acres of wetlands
• Harlingen Arroyo Colorado-55 acres of Texas Ebony woodlands meet 40 acres of mixed upland thorn forest
• Old Hidalgo Pumphouse-historic museum planted with hummingbird gardens
• Quinta Mazatlan-historic Spanish Revival adobe hacienda surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and native woodlands
• Resaca de la Palma State Park-1700 semi- tropical acres
• Roma Bluffs-riverside nature area of three acres is part of a national historic district
• South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center-50 acres of dune meadows, salt marsh and intertidal flats, thickets of native shrubs and trees

For birding checklists for each of the sites above, please visit the WBC.

Tags: world birding center, rio grande valley, birding, central flyway

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