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Kerrville, TX - Lose Your Heart to the Hills!
Kerrville, Texas is one of state's most popular health and recreation centers. The area is believed by many to have the most ideal climate in the nation.
More than two dozen area boys' and girls' camps, scores of hotels, motels, dude ranches and religious encampments attract thousands of visitors annually. The area is blessed with rugged cedar and live oak-covered hills, picturesque green valleys and beautiful streams edged by towering cypress. White-tailed are deer so numerous that motorists are cautioned to be on the alert for them, especially at night.
Kerrville, Texas is a beautiful 22-mile drive from Fredericksburg, TX, known for its many festivals and unique shops. Bandera, Texas, the Cowboy Capital of the World, is a scenic 25-mile drive to the south. Boerne, Texas, a great place to visit, is also nearby.
An article, "The Charms of the Big City in the Heart of Texas Hill Country", recently appeared in the New York Times.
There's plenty to do in Kerrville, TX. You'll want to visit our complete Calendar of Events, Live Music and More. Be sure to read Hill Country Fun for news about music, events and other fun things to do in the Texas Hill Country.
Outdoor activities include numerous city parks, a municipal tennis center, public and private golf courses, horseback riding, camping, bicycling, shopping, and more. Many "winter Texans" choose to make this town their home half of the year.
Major annual events include the State Arts & Crafts Fair on Memorial Day weekend, the Kerrville Folk Festival and the Music Festival on Labor Day weekend.
A major revitalization restored the downtown area to its original quaint charm. Visitors will find antique shops, restaurants, contemporary galleries, studios and boutiques.
Visitors are attracted to the area by the large number of things to do.
To help you plan your stay, we offer a complete list of Kerrville, Texas lodging opportunities.
If you are interested in relocation information, there are many excellent Kerrville real estate firms to assist you. You'll want to read the Hill Country Real Estate blog for up-to-date information.
Area residents turn to the Kerrville Website, an online guide to Kerrville, for news, information and directory listings.
Discover Kerrville Texas
Articles below are courtesy of the Kerrville Area Visitors Guide, a publication of the Kerrville Daily Times
The History of Kerrville, Texas Settler Joshua David Brown arrived in the Hill Country in 1848 after the death of his wife. Here he found new loves - a woman and a career - and planted the seeds that would grow into the town we know today...
The Art of Antiquing Ask anyone where the best place to buy antiques and collectibles is and they usually never mention Kerrville. But hidden treasures in Kerrville, Texas are plentiful and the dealers...
Birding in Kerrville, Texas Birding is big in the Hill Country. Birders can be found year-round with their field guide, notebook and binoculars in hand, enjoying the wildlife...
Cycling This area, with its wonderful climate, is ideal for cycling. Here are some suggested routes to take you through the scenic Hill Country...
Golfing Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course, which underwent $1.8 million in renovations in 1999, re-opened in January 2000. Nationally recognized golf course architect and local resident Joe Finger...
Kerrville-Schreiner Park Kerrville-Schreiner Park is a 517.2-acre area along the Guadalupe River, located three miles southeast of town in Kerr County. It is operated by the City. Activities include boating, fishing, picnicking, camping, swimming, hiking, bird watching, walking and cycling. The park rents...
Rivers When talking about the Lone Star State, one can surely say, "A river runs through it." Texas boasts 3,700 flowing streams totaling about 80,000 miles of running water. The most scenic and popular recreational rivers are located in the Central and West part of the state, where pure, spring-fed currents roll over limestone stream beds through beautiful hills. Here are some of the top 10 recreational rivers...
Riverside Nature Center Riverside Nature Center in the heart of town is a seven-acre arboretum and garden featuring more than 100 species of trees and plants native to the state and especially the Hill Country. Highlights are the butterfly and hummingbird beds, the collection of...
The Lone Star State is known for exciting and innovative cooking and some of the best food can be found right here in town. When you visit this exciting Texas town, you will find an abundance of Kerrville, Texas restaurants to satisfy your every craving. From award-winning barbeque to neighborhood eateries, Kerrville dining is an experience not to be missed. For complete listings of great Kerrville, TX restaurants, just check out our links above.
For more information on things to do, places to stay and a complete calendar of events, please browse our website for more information.
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Visit the Texas Heritage Music Foundation.
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