Monuments

Empty Saddle Monument

A favorite photo subject, monument stands at north end of Dalhart’s V-shaped underpass. Designed by a cowboy after a widow asked that a horse bearing an empty saddle appear in annual reunion parade in tribute to her husband, former XIT Ranch cowpoke. U.S. 87 north.

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Getting There & Details

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While You're in Dalhart

More Things to Do

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Dalhart Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

LaRita Theater

A beautifully restored theatre with professional and amateur stage productions produced by Dalhart Community Theatre.

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

XIT Historical Museum

Wealth of exhibits include XIT Ranch, railroad antiques, Indian artifacts, frontier firearms, cowboy clothing, saddles…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Lake Rita Blanca State Park

Fantastic opportunities for viewing and photographing various species of birds and other wildlife await visitors.…

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Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes