A log cabin at Stephen F. Austin State Park
In the same "neck of the woods" where in 1823 Stephen F. Austin put down roots of the first Anglo-American colony in what was then Mexican soil, today's Texans find a verdant, wooded refuge in which to pursue a variety of recreational pursuits and see one of the state's most significant historic sites.
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Weiner Dog Race Starting Line
Great fun for dogs, owners and families alike!
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Enjoy this refreshing spring-fed pool.
In this video, amidst an arid landscape of desert mountains and dust devils, appears the West Texas oasis of Balmorhea.
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