Area hunting for mule deer, javelina, upland game birds. Picnic area, a gazebo, and a botanical garden with regional flowers and shrubs are found in the park area. Full facility campground and RV park west of the park. On I-20 access road between U.S. 285 and Texas 17.
Quality derives from natural combination of alkali soil, western sunlight and altitude.
Pecos cantaloupes enjoy comparable status with Maine Lobsters, French wines and Swiss cheeses. Harvested late July through Sept. with a festival held in late summer. See restored ornate fixtures, accurate displays of life in the late 1800's, and site where two outlaws were gunned down by quick-draw bartender, Barney Riggs. Information on other Pecos attractions. 120 E. First St. Admission.