Excursions in Rusk, Texas

Rusk, Texas

March

21 - 7
Dogwood Steam Train Excursion - Rusk - Sit back and listen to the cry of the old steam engine while watching the dogwoods, redbuds, jasmine and plum trees flow magically by. Hours are 11 a. ... more on Dogwood Steam Train Excursion

April

8 - 9
Dogwood Steam Train Excursion - Rusk - Sit back and listen to the cry of the old steam engine while watching the dogwoods, redbuds, jasmine and plum trees flow magically by. Hours are 11 a. ... more on Dogwood Steam Train Excursion

Rusk/Palestine State Park

Each of the two units of the park offers outdoor fun and recreation, such as camping, hiking, picnicking, and pedal boating, along with watching native birds and small mammals. Rusk/

Rusk, TX State Parks

Bonner Bank Building

Cherokee County's first bank, established 1884, in 1865 building. Euclid St. and U.S. 69

Rusk, TX Historic Buildings

Scenic Drive

Several routes near Rusk offer excellent woodland scenery: U.S. 69 both north and south; also F.M. 347, F.M. 747 (neither shown on most maps) that lead north from U.S. 84

Rusk, TX Scenic Drives

Jim Hogg Historic Park

175-acre scenic forest area of lofty pines. Dedicated as memorial to Governor Hogg, attractions include restored birthplace, picnic areas, museum and family cemetery. Two mi. northeast off U.S. 84.

Rusk, TX Historic Parks

Operated by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, antique steam engines power vintage coaches 25 miles to Palestine in the nation's longest, skinniest state park through dense East Texas forestlands. Reservations recommended. (In Texas call toll-free 1-800-442-8951.)

Rusk, TX Railroad History

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Rusk, Texas

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Upcoming Events in Rusk Texas

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Attractions and Upcoming Events

Rusk/Palestine State Park

Bonner Bank Building

Scenic Drive

Jim Hogg Historic Park

Texas State Railroad

Things to do near Rusk, TX

Elkins Lake Country Club

Mill Ridge Golf Club

Caddo Lake Boating

Martin Creek Lake State Park

Smith County Historical Museum