Cherokee Rose
Highway 84 WestRusk TX 75785
Ph: (903)683-1985
thecherokeerose@hotmail.com
www.thecherokeerose.net
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 HistoryWooded setting for 546-foot footbridge, said to be nation's longest, originally built 1861 for crossing valley during rainy season. Two blocks east of town square.
Rusk, TX GardensSeveral 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 DrivesEach 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 Parks175-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 ParksHistorical monuments and markers identify abundant sites including Sam Houston's law office, blocks of original Mexican town ...
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Established in 1896, one of the largest manufacturers of glazed pottery in the U.S., producing millions of red clay pots and ...
Course Access: ResortHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Built 1907, and one of few such libraries still serving its original purpose. Second floor designed as opera house. On displa...