Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

About 2,000 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of Valley before agricultural development. Preserves and protects abundant wildlife and plant species, many found nowhere else in U.S. Rare birds prominent during winter season. Interpretive wildlife tram operates late Nov. – mid-Apr.; admission for tram ride. Private cars use 7-mile wildlife drive on days when tram isn’t operating. Walk-through access any time during daylight hours. Three self-guided nature walks; one for wheelchairs.

Getting There & Details

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More Things to Do

Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Visitor Center

Supplies information concerning local events, historic buildings and tourist sites. Pharr Chamber of Commerce Building.

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Smitty’s Juke Box Museum

For a bit of nostalgia, stroll by displays of jukeboxes, lovingly restored by the owner.…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Tierra Del Sol Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Tropic Star Park

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

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