Scenic Drive

Texas 256 west traverses rolling country often cut by tributaries of Prairie Dog Town Fork of Red River. It threads among the jumbled, broken remnants of the High Plains, then ascends the Cap Rock in a spectacular drive amid colorful cliffs and canyons. Nearby Caprock Canyon State Park and home of historic J.A. Ranch bison herd.

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More Things to Do

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

City Park

Facilities include overnight camping, swimming pool, nine-hole golf course, tennis courts.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Memphis Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Hall County Museum

Museum is housed in the old First National Bank Building. Exhibits include photographs of early…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Presbyterian Building

Former Presbyterian church was built in 1911 and is marked by a state historical marker.…

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