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These 10 Towns In Texas Have The Most Breathtaking Scenery In The State

We believe you can find beauty almost anywhere in Texas, but certain parts just have more aesthetically pleasurable qualities than the rest. We have everything you could want here in the Lone Star State – beaches, hills, valleys, canyons, rivers, mountains, lakes, and waterfalls – some of which you can witness for yourself in these amazing towns. Check out some of our favorite Texas towns with breathtaking scenery and fall in love with TX all over again.

1) Canyon
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Given that the second largest canyon in the U.S., the Palo Duro Canyon, is located in this small town near Amarillo, it is well-deserving of a spot on our list.
2) Fort Davis
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Located 4 miles southeast of Davis Mountains State Park, this historic town features well-preserved frontier forts and a museum explaining the rich history of the town. You can find hiking trails near the Fort, a couple of which connect to Davis Mountains SP.
3) Vanderpool
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Vanderpool, located 30 miles west of Bandera on the fringes of the Hill Country, is home to one of the most visited attractions in the country during the fall, Lost Maples State Natural Area.
4) Wimberley
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You can't deny the beauty of the hill country, including the stunning scenery in Wimberley. Pictured above is the Blanco River and a shot of a peaceful field of wildflowers.
5) Marble Falls
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Passing through Marble Falls, you will witness some of the largest hills in this part of Texas, plus you have the chance to stop by the gorgeous Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, pictured above.
6) Dripping Springs
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Dripping Springs' most famous attraction is the Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve, a breathtaking natural grotto and wildly popular swimming hole in the summer.
7) Daingerfield
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With towering pine trees overlooking the tranquil Daingerfield Lake, this town makes a wonderful stopping point on a drive in East Texas.
8) South Padre Island
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Even though this beachside community is known as a noisy, crowded tourist area, people do come for a reason. The white, sandy beaches and beautiful water are huge draws for the coastal town.
9) Presidio
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Stretching along the Rio Grande River, you will find the Big Bend Ranch State Park in Presidio, offering spectacular mountain and canyon views, great hiking and camping, and virtual solitude in over 300,000 acres of rugged west Texas wilderness.
10) Salt Flat
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I leave you with the awe-inspiring views of the Guadalupe Mountains in Salt Flat. Guadalupe Peak is the highest point in Texas, at 8,751 feet.

What other Texas towns with breathtaking scenery would you add to the list? Let us know by nominating your favorite communities, parks, and towns right here!

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Address: Canyon, TX 79015, USA
Address: Fort Davis, TX 79734, USA
Address: Marble Falls, TX 78654, USA
Address: Wimberley, TX, USA
Address: Salt Flat, Texas 79743, USA
Address: South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
Address: Daingerfield, TX 75638, USA
Address: Presidio, TX 79845, USA
Address: Dripping Springs, TX, USA
Address: Vanderpool, TX 78885, USA
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Texas Towns With Breathtaking Scenery

February 11, 2021
Kim Magaraci

What are the most unique towns in Texas?

Fort Davis, with its frontier cabins, museum, and nearby state park, is one of the coolest places you can visit in the Lone Star State. Marble Fall is another fun town to visit, with stunning scenery and access to Texas vineyards. Of course, no town in the state is quite like the City of Austin! There's a reason you'll find stickers everywhere pleading to Keep Austin Weird.

What are the best things about living in Texas?

Everything is bigger and better in Texas - and that includes life down here, too! After all, when you live in the Lone Star State, you've got access to the best cuisine around, and that's always a big plus. Texas is also home to some amazing cities, like Houston (if you love the water), Dallas (one of the best music cities in the country), and Austin, which is weird, funky, and completely different than any other place on Earth. Out west, the roads seem to go on forever, and history is on display right in front of your eyes just about everywhere you go. Beyond all of that, life in Texas tends to be affordable thanks to our low cost of living, and you'll find the cities and towns are safe places to raise your family.

Does Texas have any natural wonders?

If you were to ask around, plenty of people would tell you that the entirety of Texas is a natural wonder! More specifically, though, some of the most gorgeous places on Earth are here in the Lone Star State. Palo Duro Canyon is the second largest canyon in the country, and it's way less crowded than Arizona's Grand Canyon! Another stunning natural wonder, Hamilton Pool, was formed when an underground river collapsed. You can still see evidence of the geologic event in the cavern walls. Of course, you can't forget the Devil's Sinkhole, a 200 foot cavern that's home to a huge colony of Mexican free-tailed bats. No discussion of Texas natural wonders is complete without a mention of Big Bend National Park, because it's truly our state's pride and joy.