Footbridge Garden Park

Wooded setting for 546-foot footbridge, said to be nation’s longest, originally built 1861 for crossing valley during rainy season. Two blocks east of town square.

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More Things to Do

More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Old Rusk Penitentiary Bldg.

Central administration building of present Rusk State Hospital built as main building of former Rusk…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Birmingham Forest Lake & Golf Club

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

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Jim Hogg Historic Park

175-acre scenic forest area of lofty pines. Dedicated as memorial to Governor Hogg, attractions include…

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Rusk/Palestine State Park

Each of the two units of the park offers outdoor fun and recreation, such as…

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