Location: Alpine
Top Things to do in Alpine
Things to do in Alpine, Texas (TX): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Alpine is a city in and the county seat of Brewster County, Texas, United States. The population was 5,905 at the 2010 census. The town has an elevation of 4,475 ft (1,364 m), and the surrounding mountain peaks are over a mile high. The university, hospital, library, and retail make Alpine the center of the sprawling (12,000 mi) but wide open Big Bend area (combined population only 12,500) including Brewster, Presidio, and Jeff Davis Counties.
Restaurants in Alpine
1. Big Bend Cowboys
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Very fun attraction in the Big Bend, TX region. The professional minor league baseball team plays in historic Kokernot Field, a scaled down replica of Wrigley Field.
2. Mariscal Mine
3. Kokernot Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By RobinM3355
History washes over you as you enjoy watching baseball in this historic facility which is home to the Alpine Cowboys of the Pecos League of Professional Baseball and Sul Ross University. Not new and modern or bright and glitzy but you won’t find a better baseball atmosphere. Kokernot Field is as warm and welcoming as the people of Alpine!
4. The Desk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States
Three members of our party were up before dawn for this "cult" hike. I had heard about this hike to a desk in hiking circles before I decided to go to Big Bend. Little did I know this hike was in the small town of Alpine where I was staying. Trying to get dinner before the Marfa lights prevented an afternoon hike when we first arrived so we woke up before dawn and were rewarded a great experience. Seeing the sunrise on the hill and the way the light changed the town of Alpine in the valley was amazing and special. Then to reach this desk in the middle of nowhere with a view out over a plain is so cool. It is made for pictures. We signed and took pictures and then walked back. One thing to note is the parking lot is on the Sul Ross University campus and recently, they have altered their campus. Make sure you have an updated virtual map to find the parking lot. The trail for our party was fairly easy with all the elevation at the beginning. Once you reach the top you will have great views. It is rocky with a lot of cactus but well marked. On top, the trail is a little less clear in places, but still relatively easy. Just stay on top and keep going east. As long as you are not descending, you will eventually end up at "The Desk". Make sure you sign the book and the desk and get great pictures. Again, it is a great, fun hike that offers not only an interesting destination but great views of Alpine and the sun rising. This is an Alpine and West Texas Must-Do.
5. Front Street Books
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By JAandBearTravels
Love this place! Everyone was super friendly. Favorite part of the store has to be the children's section. Such a fun, magical area for your little one's to explore and let their imagination soar while exploring the many different books they have available!
