Prairies and Lakes

“Prairies and Lakes.” Does that title really tell the tale? Well, yes-and no. Prairies and Lakes paints merely the pastoral brush strokes in this region’s richly textured panorama. The full picture emerges only when you add the dynamic cities, charming communities, and colorful history that enliven this attraction-packed section of Texas.

Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Bowie

Bowie is in southwestern Montague County and is the largest city in the county. When the railroad built through the area in 1882, local settlers moved to the site of…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Arlington

The first settlement in Caddo Indian territory was Bird's Fort on Trinity River. In 1845,…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Bellville

Bellville is the seat of Austin County, one of the original counties in Texas. In…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Bedford

Befford is located in northeast Tarrant County and was settled in the late 1840s. Milton…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Anderson

The historic seat of Grimes County, Anderson was established in 1834 on La Bahia Road,…

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Let the road decide.

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

Athens

Chosen as the seat of Henderson County in 1850, Athens was so named because it…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Bonham

Bonham is the seat of Fannin County located in an area of Blackland Prairie south…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Bastrop

In Athens there are more than 125 historic structures listed on the National Register of…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

Addison

Addison dates back to the Republic of Texas when it was settled as part of…

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The first settlement in Caddo Indian territory was Bird's Fort on Trinity River. In 1845, a trading post was established…

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