Area Attractions

Permian Basin Petroleum Museum – This fascinating museum traces the history of the oil industry in the Permian Basin. Located on I-20 near Midland. 432-683-4403


Marfa Lights – Located south of McDonald Observatory near the Marfa city limits. Experience this mysterious, unexplained phenomena which is featured on numerous national television programs.
1-800-650-9696

McCamey Wind Power Farms – Giant windmills spread across the landscape and generate electric power for the West Texas Region. For information contact the McCamey Chamber of Commerce. 
432-652-8202

State Parks

Numerous state parks offer great day trips for family members both young and old. They include:

Davis Mountains State Park - Both Indian and Cavalry history come to life at this historic state park in a beautiful mountain setting. (Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce 1-800-524-3015)

Fort Davis is also the home of the world-famous McDonald Observatory, home to giant telescopes that watch the heavens 1-877-984-7827

Monahans Sandhills State Park - Giant dunes of sand still reveal Indian artifacts to those who explore the terrain. 432-943-2092

Balmorhea State Park – A natural spring-fed swimming pool where you can literally swim with the fish. 432-375-2370
 

National Parks

Within a few hours drive from Odessa you can experience three renowned national parks:

Big Bend National Park –Mountainous setting along the Rio Grande River that separates Texas from Mexico. River rafting and hiking trails abound. For more information call 432-477-2251

Guadalupe Mountains National Park – Rugged terrain where both desert and mountain flora and fauna meet. Features the tallest peak in Texas (Guadalupe Peak) and Texas’ only running trout stream and free-roaming elk herd. 432-828-3251

Carlsbad Caverns National Park – These world-renowned naturalcaverns just across the borderin New Mexico feature stunning underground stalagmites and stalactites. Awe inspiring “bat flights” occur throughout the year. For more information call 505-785-2232.