Published: July 03, 2009 11:02 am      

Texas offers a variety of destinations

With the summer months heating up and the economy in a slump, some Texans are sticking close to home for your summer getaway this year.

One idea is to let the cooling waters of the Texas Lakes Trail Region provide a refreshing and historic element to your Independence Day weekend or summer vacation plans.

Abundant with lakeside retreats and state parks, this 31-county region offers more than natural attractions.

Travelers can explore unique museums, restored courthouses and quaint towns surrounding the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

To learn more about the Texas Lakes Trail Region or the Texas Indepen-dence Trail Region visit www.texaslakestrail.com or www.texasindependencetrail.com.

To receive a brochure on these heritage regions or any of the other THTP travel guides, contact (866) 276.6219. For additional information on the 10 Texas Heritage Trail Regions visit www.thc.state.tx.us.