Texas Points of Interest

Friendship Stones


The Friendship Stones is a popular tourist attraction located in Big Bend National Park, Texas. The site is a perfect destination for those who enjoy exploring natural wonders and learning about the local history. The stones have been a symbol of friendship and hospitality for centuries, and they are considered sacred by the indigenous people of the area.

One of the main reasons to visit the Friendship Stones is to witness the impressive geological formations that have been created over millions of years. The stones are made of volcanic tuff, and their unique shapes and patterns are the result of erosion caused by wind and water. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning views of the Chisos Mountains and the Rio Grande River from the site.

Additionally, the Friendship Stones have significant historical and cultural value. They were used by the Comanche and Apache tribes as a meeting place and a site for important ceremonies. Later, the stones were used by settlers and traders as a place to rest, eat and exchange goods. The site is a testament to the longstanding relationship between humans and the natural world.

Visitors can explore the site on their own or join a guided tour led by a park ranger. It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water, as the area can get hot and dry. The Friendship Stones is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in nature, history, and culture, and it's sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors. Get driving directions.
FRIENDSHIP STONES

Points of Interest
Location
A Century of Use
A Grand Entrance
A Land Transformed
A More Perfect Society
A Presidential Hometown
A River Runs Through
Airplane Hangar Visitor Center
Aviation - Key to the Texas White House
Bringing Washington Home
Bruckner Barn - 1884
Carport
Cedar Guest House (Private)
Communicating with the World
Conserving The Landscape
Corrals
Danz Cabins
East Gate
Education for All
Flagpole Dedication to Rebekah Baines Johnson (President's mother)
Former Barracks area holding military trailers during presidential years
Friendship Stones
Frontier Legacy
Generations of Johnsons
Hereford: Breed of Choice
Historic Building
Housing the World
James Polk Johnson Barn - 1875
James Polk Johnson - Windmill and Cooler House
Johnson Cabin
Johnson City
Johnson Settlement.
Johnson Settlement Event Center
Johnson Settlement History
Junction School
Klein Maintenance Shop
LBJ Boyhood Home
LBJ National Historical Park Visitor Center
LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center
LBJ State Park Baseball Field
LBJ - The Image
Lifetime of Service
Loading Chute
Lockheed JetStar and Cover Structure
Low Water Crossing
Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home - 1920s
Lyndon B. Johnson Legacy
Lyndon Johnson Birthplace
Martin Barn
Mr. Jelly Bean
Oriole Bailey House
Pool Cabana
Ranch Foreman Home
Roots of a Frontier President
Sam and Eliza Johnson Cabin - 1860s
Sam and Eliza Johnson Farmhouse
Sam and Eliza Johnson Home
Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm
Secret Service Command Post
Show Barn
State Historic Marker for Johnson Boyhood Home
Swimming Pool
Tetrahedron - Air directional indicator for airstrip
Texas White House
The Barbecue Grove
The Environmental First Lady
The Environmental President
The Jet Age Arrives
The Junction School
The LBJ Ranch: A Living Legend
The Reconstructed Birthplace
The Show Barn
The Texas White House
The Working Corrals
Valley Irrigation System
Watering the Landscape
White House Communications Complex
Withers & Spauldings General Store

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