THE GREEN LOOP features attractions in Midland, Odessa, Fort Davis, San Angelo, and Big Bend National Park. It travels through the Pecos, Mountain, and Forts Trail Regions. Experience the natural beauty that encourages a variety of outdoor adventures from river rafting to horseback riding; witness a majestic and diverse landscape as you learn stories of the original cattle drives, the heritage of the cowboy, and Native Americans.
SELECT THE DESTINATIONS AND WAYPOINTS THAT MATCH YOUR GROUP’S INTERESTS — Each attraction is located in a city on the Green Loop. Click here to view the Green Loop map.
Balmorhea State Park
The largest spring-fed pool in the world, built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, Balmorhea features overnight lodging, historic photos, and desert wetlands wildlife.
Big Bend National Park
One of the last remaining wild corners of the U.S., scenic, historic Big Bend is often considered three parks in one
(desert, mountains, river), offering awe-inspiring routes and stops, from the Rio Grande to an 8,000-foot elevation in the Chisos Mountains.
Fort Davis National Historic Site
Listen for the bugle’s call -- and enjoy daily tours of six restored and furnished buildings at one of the best-preserved remnants of a 1800s military frontier fort at the foot of the scenic Davis Mountains. Reenactments are scheduled periodically.
Davis Mountains State Park
High in the mountains of West Texas, you will find a beautiful and historic park. Explore Davis Mountains State Park’s miles of trails, stay up late to marvel at the night sky, learn about the history of the park and nearby frontier fort. It’s worth the drive!
Hotel Limpia
1912 limestone hotel in downtown with a full-service restaurant, bar, pool, and relaxing courtyard on the main street through town.
Overland Trail Museum
Take a step back in time and see Fort Davis’s rich history through the museum's exhibits.
The Veranda
More than a century old and a favorite of magazine features, this adobe B&B within easy walking distance of downtown boasts two-foot-thick walls and twelve-foot ceilings.
Indian Lodge
1912 limestone hotel in downtown with a full-service restaurant, bar, pool, and relaxing courtyard on the main street through town.
Chihuhan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens
A Chihuahuan Desert botanical garden focusing on native plants of the area with over 200 species of succulents.
McDonald Observatory
World-renowned observatory and astronomy center, managed by the University of Texas; offers star parties and group tours. Reservations recommended.
Hotel Paisano
Fully restored 1930 cattleman’s hotel with enticing bar, courtyard, and gift boutiques; headquarters for the filming
of the movie Giant with Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean, all of whom lodged at the Paisano during filming.
George W. Bush Childhood Home
Nowhere else in the U.S. have so many prominent political figures called one place home: two presidents, two governors, a first lady, an ambassador, and a CIA director.
Chaparral Race Car Gallery
Located inside the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum, see the creations of Jim Hall and Chaparral Race Cars.
Fredda Turner Durham Children's Museum
The Durham Children’s Museum features three exhibition areas emphasizing interactive learning through pure creativity and imagination for children of all ages. Art Works classes for kids take place four times a year. Tours and group rates are available by appointment; contact the Museum of the Southwest to Schedule.
Marian West & William Blanton Blakemore Planetarium
Experience the Digistar 5 Digital Planetarium system, the most advanced planetarium system in the world, with capabilities including full stereoscopic 3D shows, astronomical simulations, real-time 3D graphics renderings and many other features. Dome shows are included with admission to the Museum of the Southwest.
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