This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Texas roadside parks show depth and variety across the state
Austin reports Texas hosts an abundance of highway roadside parks. Of 6,756 counted nationwide, 964 lie along Texas highways, with many smaller sites and scenic turnouts not included. Since early efforts on State Highway 71, parks have grown, with safety rest areas planned every 37 miles and restrooms travel info displays on Interstates.
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