Situated on F.M. 170, at the western edge of Big Bend National Park, Lajitas first became a village in 1915 when an Army post was stationed to protect the Big Bend area from flamboyant Mexican bandit, Francisco (Pancho) Villa.
Recent developments feature a modern motel and resort complex with a golf course, river rafting, swimming pools, tennis courts, horseback riding, restaurant, spa, fitness facility, shopping, a stargazing facility and much more.
Barton Warnock Environmental Education Center offers an archeological, historical, and natural history profile of the Big Bend region. Also information about vehicle, hiking, and river raft access; experienced backpackers only;
Lajitas, TX Learning CentersThis semi-private, stunningly unique 18-hole championship and 9-hole Executive length golf course has challenging fairways set against a rugged backdrop. Golfers won'
Lajitas, TX Golf CoursesRecords on existing tombstones indicate few people lived beyond age 40; indication of hardships among those who opened and se...
The Museum of the Southwest is one of the country's most interactive and imaginative blends of art and science, and features ...
Dioramas depict ancient Indian tribes of the Southwest, their survival in the desert, and life to a changing environment. Als...
Traces history of the U.S. NCO corps with artifacts dating from the Revolutionary War....