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Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
Nearby Attractions
 
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, operated by Lake Meredith, is only a few miles away and is the only National Monument in the State of Texas.
 
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 it is a must see if you're in the area.
 
Lake Meredith Aquatic and Wildlife Museum is located in Fritch and has wonderful wildlife replicas and aquariums to view. The museum is open Monday thru Saturday, Noon to 5:00 PM, and is located at 101 N. Robey Fritch, Texas. (806)857-2458.
 
Hutchinson County Museum is located at 618 N. Main St., Borger, Texas. (806)273-0130.
 
Panhandle Plains Historical Museum is located 15 minutes south of Amarillo on the campus of West Texas A&M University, 2503 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX. Museum hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday; 1:00 to 6:00 PM on Sunday. Fall and winter they close at 5:00 PM except on Sunday. (806)651-2244.
Lake Meredith  

Did You Know?
Sanford Dam, and Lake Meredith which it created, supplies water for 11 cities in the Texas panhandle.
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Last Updated: October 05, 2009 at 16:01 EST