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Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
Nearby Attractions
 

Lake Meredith National Recreation Area which is adjacent to Alibates Flint Quarries is only a few miles away and provides camping and water activities

 

 
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is less than 50 miles away and is otherwise known as the little grand canyon of Texas.  Great hiking, horse back riding and camping can be done at this park and is a must see if you're in the area
 

Lake Meredith Aquatic and Wildlife Museum is located in Fritch. This museum has some wonderful wildlife replicas and aquariums to view.  The Museum is open Monday thru Saturday Noon to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 101 N. Robey Fritch, Texas or call (806)857-2458 

 

 
Hutchinson County Museum is located @ 618 N. Main St. Borger, Texas  Contact by Phone:(806)273-0130 or museum@nts-online.net
 

Panhandle Plains Historical Museum located 15 minutes south of Amarillo on the campus of West Texas A&M University, 2503 4th Avenue, Canyon, Tx. (806)651-2244 or www.panhandleplains.org  Museum hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 1-6 p.m. on Sunday Fall and winter hours they close at 5:00 p.m. except on Sunday

Pinyon Pine  

Did You Know?
Pinyon pines do not produce pine nuts every year. These delicious nuts can only be harvested every three to seven years. This irregular schedule prevents animals from adapting to an abundance of pine nuts and guarantees that at least some nuts will become new pine trees instead of a quick meal.
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Last Updated: July 26, 2006 at 19:27 EST