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

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Library and Museum

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

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Carrizo Springs Municipal Golf Course

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

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Historic Tours

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Dixondale Farms

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

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