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Marfa

 

Region: Big Bend Country

Marfa Courthouse

Marfa was established in 1881 as water stop of Texas and New Orleans Railroad. Today it is a trading point for many large ranches in surrounding mountains. Superb climate makes...

Marfa was established in 1881 as water stop of Texas and New Orleans Railroad. Today it is a trading point for many large ranches in surrounding mountains. Superb climate makes Marfa a popular tourist center. In season, hunters are attracted by plentiful mule deer and pronghorn antelope.

Check out the El Paisano Hotel. In 1955, it served as base of operations for filmmaker George Stevens while filming the movie “Giant.”

Marfa Municipal Golf Course is the highest golf course in Texas, at 4,882 feet above sea level with nine holes, 18 tee boxes and bent grass greens. Visitors and locals enjoy golfing in the clear, dry mountain air.

Strong thermal updrafts and legendary soaring conditions make this an outstanding location for glider rides. Marfa Gliders: 800/667-9464. www.flygliders.com.

Marfa Chamber of Commerce: 432/729-4942. www.marfacc.com.

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