Scenic Drive

Texas 155 north, six miles to Barnwell Mountain roadside park and overlook. Most roads in area offer a mixture of pine and hardwood forests, pastures, rich in fall color and spring wildflowers.

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More Things to Do

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Historic Upshur Museum

General history museum in 1925-vintage Gilmer Post Office building on courthouse square. Chronological exhibits including…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Gilmer Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Gilmer Parks

Yamboree Park, U.S. 271 north, has RV camping facilities and building for reunions and RV…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Upshur County Library

Excellent small library provides services to city and surrounding area; includes genealogy department and War…

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