Camp Ford

A historical marker identifies largest prisoner of war compound used for union troops west of the Mississippi. Replica of prisoner of war cabins, hiking trails and storyboards. Open daily. Hwy. 271 and Loop 323.

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More Things to Do

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Charnwood Residential Historical District

Dating back to the 1860s, includes Tudor Revival, Classical Revival, Colonial, Craftsman, Queen Anne and…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Tyler State Park

994-acre scenic playground is in one of finest forested sections of Texas. Facilities include camping,…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Caldwell Zoo

Started in 1938 as backyard menagerie; now features more than 2,000 endangered and beautiful wildlife…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Smith County Historical Museum

In old library building, exhibits feature artifacts reflecting Tyler's historic, social and economic culture. Displays…

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