Transportation Information

Alpine Airport

3401 E. Hwy. 118

(432) 837-5929

Two runways , 24-hour self service fuel, courtesy car 

and aircraft maintenance available.  

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Amtrak

102 W. Holland Ave

Alpine, TX 79830

Station on Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle lines. 

Stops several times each week.

check Amtrak schedule for details.

Big Bend Ranch Rodeo

Date: August 10, 2012 - August 11, 2012

Event Description

Thursday, August  9th
S.H.O.T. Clinic at S.A.L.E. Arena 9:00am
Friday, August 10th
S.H.O.T. Competition at S.A.L.E.Arena 9:00am
Cutting Competition at the 06 Flats Arena 10:00am
Big Bend Ranch Rodeo performance at S.A.L.E.Arena 7:00pm
Dance at the Lobo Bar and Grill following the rodeo performance.
Saturday, August 11th
Ranch Horse Association of America competition at S.A.L.E. Arena9:00am
Youth Working Cow Horse competition at the Outdoor arena 7:00pm
Dance at the Highland Inn 9:00pm
Sunday, August 12th
Church service at the Big Bend Cowboy Church 10:30 am.

Dining: La Trattoria

Benvenuti!

Whether you're planning a visit to the Big Bend area, or you're already here, stop in Alpine to see us!

La Trattoria combines the experience of an authentic Italian espresso bar with a true cafe dining experience. Stop in for delicious, home-cooked Italian dishes, deli sandwiches, panini and more!

We are also Vegetarian and Vegan friendly and offer many organic menu selections. We serve the full range of espresso drinks as well as gourmet coffee, juices, 100% fruit smoothies, and a great selection of beer and wine!

Take your time to look around our site. There's some useful information to be found.

A Presto!


View our menu here

Things to do: Woodward Ranch

Woodward Ranch, the only source of the famed RED PLUME AGATE, has over 60 different kinds of other agate and gemstones occurring naturally. Some of the material is fluorescent. We will show you the characteristics of the rock you are looking for, and upon your return tell you the different kinds you have found. If you don't want to hunt your own gemstones, we also have rock available at the rockshop, from rough to unique, one-of-a-kind finished jewelry and gifts.

Things to do: Museum of the Big Bend

The Museum features a world-class permanent exhibit, Big Bend Legacy. Learn about the world's largest flying creature, the Quetzalcoatulus Northropi; the role of quicksilver, or mercury, mining in the area; the impact of the Mexican revolution and Pancho Villa on the border; and other fascinating people and events that have transformed the Big Bend area.
In addition, periodic exhibits showcase photography, art, history and culture indicative of the region. Check back often to see what's on display at the Museum of the Big Bend!
Learn more about exhibits now showing at the Museum of the Big Bend.

The Museum of the Big Bend collection began with an arrowpoint found in the Sunny Glen area of Alpine, Texas, in 1920. From such a humble beginning, the Collection has grown many times over. From fossilized remains to contemporary art, the Collection reflects the broad diversity of the Big Bend region. To schedule an appointment for access to the Collection, please contact Mary Bones at 432.837.8734 or maryb@sulross.edu.
See some of the collections housed at the Museum of the Big Bend.

Visit their site for more information: http://www.sulross.edu/museum/index.html