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Del Rio, Texas: Fall Fun
Everything from art to archaeology draws visitors to Del
Rio, located west of San Antonio on US 90. This border city, along with
nearby Ciudad Acuña, tempts travelers with plenty of history, ecotourism,
shopping, and outdoor activities to fill an active fall weekend.
The focal point of many visits to Del Rio is Lake Amistad,
known for its 1,000 miles of shoreline. This reservoir, shared by the
US and Mexico, is tops with anglers who try their hand at landing bass,
crappie, perch, gar, and more. (Be sure to get both US and Mexican fishing
licenses for fishing various areas of the lake. The marinas can help you
out with both.)
The lake makes more than just a fun diversion for many
visitors--it's literally their home base thanks to a stay on one of the
many houseboats. Forever Resorts offers luxury houseboats, perfect for
families who just can't get enough of the lake's activities.
Landlubbers find plenty of diversions as well. Downtown
you'll find Val Verde Winery, the state's oldest, founded in 1883 by an
Italian immigrant. After a visit to the winery, celebrate the food of
the Old World at Avanti, an elegant Italian restaurant.
For more on the region’s history, don't miss the Whitehead
Memorial Museum, best known for its replica of the Jersey Lilly, Judge
Roy Bean's saloon and courtroom. (The original Jersey Lilly remains in
Langtry, about 60 miles west of Del Rio.) Judge Bean and his son Sam are
buried behind the replica of the saloon, their graves marked with simple
headstones
This region is also filled with ancient history, much of
it found at nearby Seminole Canyon State Historical Park. Here you'll
find an amazing collection of pictographs, cave artwork left by residents
over 8,500 years ago. Visitors can see the pictographs on a guided tour.
On selected days, you can also sign up for the park's White Shaman Tour
for a guided hike of the Galloway Shaman Preserve to see detailed pictographs.
Looking for artwork a little more modern? Del Rio's also
known for its "First Friday Art Walk," a growing tradition that
includes gallery visits, refreshments, and live music. Shoppers also find
plenty of temptations downtown; Del Rio has been named a Main Street City
with newly revitalized buildings and stores.
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