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Leakey, Texas
Leakey, the Real
County seat since 1913, is an area of
natural beauty with spectacular hill country
views. Sometimes referred to as "The Swiss
Alps of Texas", area elevations range from
1,500 to 2,400 feet with deep canyons cut by
the Frio and Nueces Rivers. The Frio River
offers anything from whitewater rapids to
flats to swimming holes and great fishing.
John Leakey came to
Texas in 1847, and he was considered one of
the first white settlers in Frio Canyon in
1853. The town of Leakey, Texas was
established in 1883 and was named in his
honor. He was a successful business man,
Indian fighter, and Pioneer. Several
markers are located on the courthouse
grounds to commemorate the history of Leakey
and its founders, John and Nance Leakey.
If you enjoy fishing,
boating, bird and wild life watching,
camping, horseback riding, cycling,
swimming, tubing down the Frio River, or
driving through the winding mountain roads,
Leakey, Texas is the place for you. Once
you visit this wonderful area, your family
and friends will want to return as often as
possible.
Real
County Courthouse
Leakey has many
communities and towns nearby that you can
visit within a 30 minute drive. For
airplane connections, San Antonio is only
100 miles away or about an hour and half
drive. You can fly your own aircraft to the
Real County airport. Enjoy the amazing
scenery along the way!
Leakey Area Tourist
Attractions:
Garner State Park
This park has 1419.8 acres of
recreational facilities in northern
Uvalde County. There are 10 water acres
along the Frio River.
Lost Maples State Natural Area
This area has 2174.2 scenic acres
in Bandera and Real Counties, located
north of Vanderpool on the Sabinal
River. Lost Maples has about 200,000
visitors on an annual basis.
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area
- 6 miles NE of
Rocksprings
See this unique collapsed cavern.
Tours available to the public.
Things to do in the Leakey area:
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Frio River by Leakey Spillway
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Tubers at the Falls
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Hang Gliding, Paragliding
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Miles of river offer
perfect tubing, swimming, and sunbathing.
Water sports are great here.
Take guided river and
lake fly-fishing trips.
Take a guided hunting
expedition.
Motorcycling through
the Texas Hill Country is a big deal!. Texas
Highway 337 is one of the most popular and
challenging roadways with winding roads and
spectacular views. Leakey is a favorite stop
off point.
Enjoy Ultra-Lite air
flights, hang gliding and paragliding.
Nature watching and
photography at its finest at the nearby
State Natural Areas.
Fishing from the Frio
River.
Shopping at the
antique and tourist stores in the area are
some of the best in Texas.
Dining at the river
front or downtown restaurants.
Visit Art Galleries
and Museums.
Enjoy the spectacular
views and stargazing.
Hiking and biking are
popular in the area.
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