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Leakey, Texas, nestled in the heart of the Hill Country, is a popular destination for outdoor sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The Frio River is the crown jewel of the area, drawing tourists year-round for tubing, kayaking, and swimming in its cool, clear waters. During the summer months, families flock to the riverbanks to escape the Texas heat, making Leakey a go-to spot for water-based fun and relaxation.

For land-based adventure, the surrounding hills and trails provide ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife spotting. Garner State Park, just a short drive away, offers panoramic views, scenic trails, and even old-fashioned summer dances under the stars. The area's rugged terrain also attracts off-road vehicle fans and bird watchers, especially during the spring and fall migrations.

Frio River at spillway

Sports take on a more local, community-driven spirit in Leakey, where high school football is a beloved tradition. The Leakey Eagles rally the town together each Friday night in the fall, showcasing small-town Texas pride and a passion for the game. Rodeos and horseback riding events are also common throughout the year, blending sport with regional culture and heritage.

Tourists looking for a bit of flair can explore nearby scenic drives like the Three Sisters (RR 335, 336, and 337), a favorite among motorcyclists and car clubs for its winding, dramatic roads. Charming local shops, rustic cabins, and country-style eateries add to the appeal, making Leakey not just a sports haven, but a peaceful retreat packed with Hill Country charm.

Local Tourist Attractions

The Rio Frio Landmark Oak - Rio Frio 

Visit nearby San Antonio's theme parks: Six Flags Fiesta Texas and SeaWorld San Antonio.

Sunset Bat Flights - Concan 

Visit Wonder World, a theme park also known as the 1st show cave in Texas, in nearby San Marcos.

State Parks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Fredericksburg, TX
Hike up the massive pink granite dome rising above Central Texas has drawn people for thousands of years. But there’s more at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area than just the dome. The scenery, rock formations and legends are magical, too!

Garner State Park - Cancon, TX
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 - Vanderpool, TX
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.

Local Museums

Pioneer Museum - Fredericksburg, TX
Do you think you have what it takes to live in the 1840s? Without smartphones, Facebook, cars, plumbing...?

Vereins Kirche Museum - Fredericksburg, TX
This building is a replica built in 1934 (the original was torn down in the late 1890s), but the Vereins Kirche was the original church, school and fort for the heart 120+ souls that founded Fredericksburg in 1846.

National Museum of the Pacific War (home of the Admiral Nimitz Museum) - Fredericksburg, TX
Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz, commander of the US Pacific Fleet in WWII, was born in Fredericksburg on February 24, 1885. The museum is considered of the one finest museums celebrating the war in the Pacific.

Briscoe-Garner Museum - Uvalde
Named after Texas Govenor Dolph Briscoe and President Franklin Roosevelt's first Vice President, John Nance "Cactus Jack" Garner . 

Sabinal Canyon Museum - Utopia
Pioneer farm implements and household items, geological and Indian artifact exhibits.

The Real County Historical Museum - Leakey
Celebrating the heritage of Real County for over 100 years.

Lone Star Motorcycle Museum - near Vanderpool
A collection of motorcycles dating from 1910's to the 1980's.