Old Fort Cemetery

Records on existing tombstones indicate few people lived beyond age 40; indication of hardships among those who opened and settled this harsh country.

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Comanche Springs

Once among largest springs in Texas, now site of Olympic-sized swimming pool.

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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

Annie Riggs Hotel Museum

The old hotel, built in 1899, was built on this stage route. Restored and maintained…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Courthouse Square

Historic features include courthouse (1883), first Catholic Church (1875), first schoolhouse (1883), and Zero Stone…

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Start early. Stay late.

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

Historic Fort Stockton

Typical frontier military post established 1858 as Camp Stockton; abandoned in 1886. Fort consisted of…

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