An irrigated area of southern Hidalgo County, Alamo was incorporated in 1924 and named for the Alamo Land and Sugar Company. The town is well known as one of the Valley's gateways to Mexico, via U.S. 281 to Nuevo Progreso. The location is a beautiful winter resort-retirement area with an abundance of vegetables and citrus in the vicinity as well.
2,088 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of Valley before agricultural development. Preserves and protects abundant wildlife and plant species. More than 400
Alamo, TX Wildlife RefugesFive acres of native and exotic cacti and succulents; among thousands of plants is the largest nursery-grown cactus in Texas, a 25
Alamo, TX Gardens Course Access: Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1
Monument marks grave of Colonel Fannin and 342 men who had surrendered to Mexican forces during the Texas Revolution, and wer...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
A giant watermelon in the City Park honors the famous, juicy watermelons grown in the area. Harvesting usually begins mid-Jun...
Adventure park east off Texas 85 has picnicking facilities, softball and baseball diamonds, basketball and volleyball courts,...