March 1-31: Azalea Trail, Nacogdoches

NACOGDOCHES

The sixteenth annual Nacogdoches Azalea Trail will usher in springtime in East Texas March 1-31, 2014 with a mixed bouquet of mainstay favorites.

​As always, the centerpiece of the Azalea Trail will be the 25 miles of self-guided driving routes that meander through the city and include the stunning Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden – the largest in the state of Texas. Each trail begins at the Visitor Center, located at 200 E. Main St. in historic downtown Nacogdoches. Color-coded signs mark the routes, and maps are available at the Visitor Center.

Spring Break '14: Family Fun in Henderson Co

ATHENS, TX

With spring just around the corner, the City of Athens Department of Tourism is preparing to welcome nature lovers to its outdoor activities and diverse venues. Located just a few hours away from most major cities in Texas, Athens offers the perfect family getaway or adventure vacation.

Athens offers several activities of interest to families at spring break. Take a trip to the Henderson County Historical Museum in downtown. Visitors to the museum take a step back in time and experience life in turn-of-the-century Texas, while learning more about the history of the area. Exhibits feature historic re-creations of a dry goods store, an early law office, a parlor, a schoolroom and more. Nearby art galleries, restaurants, and boutiques in downtown Athens also provide hours of entertainment.

Athens is known for its natural beauty which includes hills, lakes and wildlife. This emphasis on the great outdoors provides an array of activities such as boating, fishing, bird watching, golfing and water skiing.

Nov: Fall Foliage in Nacogdoches County

Fall in Nacogdoches County by Bruce Partain

Autumn may come a bit later in the Forest Trail, but the kaleidoscope of color it brings is well worth the wait.

In Nacogdoches County, deep reds and brilliant golds are already painting the landscape, contrasting with the evergreen pines for a impressive autumn display that will continue through the month of November.

The Nacogdoches CVB has shared a driving map to guide travelers along the numerous highways in the Forest Trail.

See the map below and visit Nacogdoches via U.S. Hwy 59, State Hwy 21 and State Hwy 7.

Athens, TX