Local Attractions

Texas Historical Rabbit Processing Works

Mingoola Road, Texas

P: 07 46531106 - M: 0448 762016

Texas Qld Inc is currently in the process of restoring this historical building to its former glory.  Once the hub of the rabbit industry in Texas, the building is open by appointment only for tours.  There are photos and memorabilia and at present, it also houses a collection of local antiques and collectables from years gone by.  Admission is currently $2.

Texas Heritage Centre & Tobacco Museum

40 Flemming Street, Texas

P: 07 46531392 - F: 07 46531410

The Texas Heritage Centre has more than 2000 catalogued items from the local area.  It also houses an ever-growing display of tobacco memorabilia tracing the growing of the crop from its establishment to its demise in the Dumaresq Valley.  The centre is open Saturdays from 11am to 3:30pm and can be opened by arrangement at other times by contacting the above numbers.

Old Texas

Elwyn Street, Texas

The original township of Texas was built on the Dumaresq River flats and was moved to its present site after the devastating 1890 and 1921 floods.  A  few remains of old shops can still be seen today as you drive down Elwyn Street.

Texas Regional Art Gallery

Texas Cultural Centre, High Street, Texas

P: 07 46532600

The Texas Regional Art Gallery is located at the Texas Cultural Centre and is open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday mornings from 10am.  The gallery is ran entirely by volunteers and shows an array of artworks by various artists.  Admission is free.

Glenlyon Dam

www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/southern-downs/things-to-see-and-do/glenlyon-dam

Glenlyon Dam is situated approximately 40km south east of Texas heading along Riverton Road.  Glenlyon Dam is ideal for fishing, sailing and skiing and camping facilities/amenities are available at the tourist park.  For more information contact Glenlyon Dam Tourist Park on 02 67375266.

Zappa Wines

“New Farm” Bruxner Highway, approx 60km from Texas

P: 02 67375281 - E: zappawines@bigpond.com - W: www.zappawines.com.au

Join the Zappa family at their family property, situated in the picturesque Dumaresq Valley.  Enjoy award winning wines at their cellar door or take in a winery tour.  For more information please contact winemaker Peter Zappa on the above number or click on the link to their website.

Texas Bowls Club

20 Avon Street, Texas

P: 07 46531159 - E: texasbowlsclub@bigpond.com

The Texas Bowls Club is situated in Avon Street Texas, just off the main street.  Social/Competition Bowls, Poker Machines, Air-conditioned Bar, Friday night members raffles.  Open 7 days.

Texas Golf Club

Mingoola Road, Texas

P: 07 46531119

9 hole golf course, club house and social golf available.

Whyalla Feedlot

“Whyalla” Texas-Yelarbon Road, Texas

P: 07 46509177

The largest cattle feedlot in the Southern Hemisphere is located approximately 25km from Texas.

Texas Silver Mine

“Twin Hills” Silverspur,  Stanthorpe Road, Texas

The original silver mine was open from 1893 to 1913 and deposits of silver/lead and silver/copper were mined.  Mining has recently restarted at the site.

Dumaresq River

Free camping is available on the banks of the beautiful Dumaresq River near the bridge for caravans and motor homes with their own toilet facilities.  Hot showers are available at the Public Toilets in High Street Texas.  The Dumaresq is also famous for its fishing spots with stocks of Yellow Belly, Murray Cod and Catfish.