Silverton

Silverton was established as the county seat when Briscoe County was organized in 1892. One of only two towns in county, Silverton is the commercial center for the immense farming-ranching area that includes spectacular scenery in Palo Duro Canyon, Tule Canyon and the edge of Cap Rock.

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Old Jail Museum

Built in 1892, old stone jailhouse is oldest building in county. Features old jail office with cells upstairs. Outside is restored windmill. On courthouse square. Visitors should visit county attorney's…

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Scenic Drives

Vivid illustrations of High Plains topography along Texas 86 and Texas 207 north. Travelers will…

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