Quanah, Texas Travel Guide

Region: Panhandle Plains

This north Texas community was, at its founding in 1881, named after Quanah Parker, the great Native American leader and son of Cynthia Ann Parker, probably the best-known woman in Texas during the latter half of the 19th century. She was captured by the Comanches from a pioneer fort near Mexia and is said to have died of a broken heart at age 37 after the death of her daughter.

Though Quanah never lived here, the town chose the name to connect itself to its Comanche past. Today, Quanah is an agricultural center with thriving cotton and gypsum businesses.

Attractions

Copper Breaks State Park. The Comanche Indians once roamed these grounds along the Pease River. Today, the park is alive with blue herons, mule deer, jack rabbits, and the rare horned toad. Joining them are hikers, bird-watchers, equestrians and more. You'll find restrooms, campsites, a fishing pier and a visitors center here. Located 13 miles south of Quanah.

Medicine Mounds. Legends tell of the miraculous medicinal value of these four cone-shaped hills, a mixture of the mounds' earth and water is said to have cured a Comanche chief's gravely ill daughter. On private property about 10 miles east of Quanah on US 287 East, the mounds rise 350 feet and are visible from the road.

Hardeman County Museum. This museum is located in a former jail that dates back to 1891; today it contains local history exhibits. 101 Green St.

Quanah Acme & Pacific Railroad Museum. This extension of the Hardeman County Museum houses railroad memorabilia plus space exhibits from NASA.

Festivals

September: Fall Festival. Arts and crafts, music, game booths, seminars and classic car shows.

Restaurants

Medicine Mound Depot. Housed in a famous depot building from 1910, this restaurant remains a favorite with locals and tourists alike. Order the chicken-fried steak and don't be alarmed when a model train emerges from the walls to circle the dining room. 1802 US 287E.

Hotels

Booking Quanah hotels

Casa Royale Inn. This modern hotel sits one mile west of the center of Quanah. Spanish-style architecture and a warm brick lobby add distinction to comfort. 1500 W. 11th St.

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For More Information

Quanah Chamber of Commerce
220 S Main St
Quanah, TX 79252
(940) 663-2222

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