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Palmetto
State Park
Photo courtesy John Frasier, July 2002 |
Palmetto State
Park is a good way
to spend a day in a setting unusual for this part of Texas.
Come here to see the exceptional variety of plants, many tropical, some found
no where else in the Southwest.
From Alt. 90, go north via US183 and
FM1586 to Park Road 11, which is a scenic drive through the park. Cross the two
bridges and look for the park headquarters on your left. Pick up a map, or register
if you want to explore the park. Or do both.
Mail yourself a postcard
from the Ottine Post Office.
Leave on Park Road 11 North to experience a one-mile drive under a dense canopy
of trees. Stop at the scenic overlook and get a nice view of the area. Now you're
back on 183.
Turn right to return to Gonzales.
If you see vultures ahead of you or overhead, look closely. Palmetto has the highest
count of Caracaras
or Mexican Eagles in the state. | |
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