Chaparral Wildlife Management Area

Owned and operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The area consists of 15,200 acres of “Brush Country” that is typical of the Rio Grande Plains Ecological Area in South Texas. Chaparral offers “Driving Trails” as well as “Nature Trails” and bird watching along with mammals, amphibians and reptiles to discover. Primitive camping facilities available. Located southeast of town on U. S. 83 and F.M. 133 in Artesia Wells.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Apri. - Aug. (closed Sept. - Mar. for hunting season)
Address
P. O. Box 115
Phone
830/676-3413
Map
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More Things to Do

Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Library and Museum

Museum exhibits the Wade House Indian artifact collection and City and County memorabilia.

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Carrizo Springs Municipal Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Pause when it feels right.

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

Historic Tours

Walking or driving tour brochures and maps of Dimmit County are available.

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Dixondale Farms

U. S. largest and oldest producer of onion plants since 1913. Seasonal fresh produce can…

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