The Great Plains
of Texas
Major Employers
Tyson Chicken is also a major employer in this area. They have a food plant located in Amarillo.
Climate and Population
- The climate varies greatly because there are different elevations.
- 20,336,243 people live in the great plains regions.
Lubbock
Some fun things to do in Lubbock are visiting the Buddy Holly Center, American Wind Power Center, Silent Wings Museum and Joyland Amusement Park.
Amarillo
Some fun things to do in Amarillo are visit the Amarillo Botanical Gardens, Tri-State Fair & Rodeo, Amarillo Zoo and Wonderland Amusement Park.
Midland
Some fun things to do in Midland are visit the George W. Bush Childhood Home, Pliska Airplane, CAF Airpower Museum, and the Midland County Historical Museum.
Rivers of the Texas Great Plains
Red River - is 1,360 miles long ending in Lousiana, is the border of Oklahoma and Texas
Brazos River - is 840 miles long beginning in Blackwater Draw and ending in the Gulf of Mexico.
Colorado River - is the 18th longest river in the United States, it is 862 miles long and it ends in the Gulf of Mexico.
State Parks
Caprock Canyon - Known for the buffalo population and the annual Bison Festival in October, there are plenty of things to do there. Caprock Canyon has 13 trails, campsites, and plenty to do.
Big Spring Lake - This 382 acre park has a beautiful view. They have a big fireworks show for the 4th of July ans well as trails and picnic spots.
Texas Tech
Wayland Baptist University
Amarillo College
1 Unique Fact
Tourist Attraction
Don Harrington Discovery Center is an interactive science center in Amarillo, Texas with hands-on science exhibits and a planetarium. The Discovery Center is located in the cities hospital district and is named after philanthropist Don Harrington.
Founded in 1955 the Amarillo Zoo is a place to share the wonders of the animal world with kids of all ages. The beautiful 15-acre site is located in Thompson Park and features over 60 species of animals. The zoo is designed for fun and discovery and will provide a lifetime of memories.
Historical Site
Built in 1928-30 at a cost of $1,500,000, this structure was designed by Santa Fe Railroad architect E. A. Harrison. The 14-story building was the tallest in Amarillo until the 1970s, and housed the offices and division headquarters of the Santa Fe Railroad.