ALTO

Population 1,049

Altitude 433

General

Originally a stop on the Old San Antonio Road, town is tomato-growing center in redland belt. Name derives from Spanish word for "HIGH" (highest point between Angelina and Neches Rivers). The grave of Helena Kimble Dill, believed by many to be the mother of Texas' first Anglo child in 1821). Contact the local Chamber of Commerce for information about other sites of interest in this historically rich area, or Park Superintendent, Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site.

Attractions

• CADDOAN MOUNDS STATE HISTORIC SITE - A chief archaeological site in Texas. The park includes full-size replica of Caddoan house built with Stone-Age type tools, visitor center with exhibits, interpretive trail. Two ceremonial mounds of 300 by 350 feet are remains of ancient Indian culture. Open Fri. to Mon. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thurs. by appointment. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. Six miles southwest on Texas 21. Admission.
• DAVY CROCKETT NATIONAL FOREST - Nearest entrance southwest 6 miles on Texas 21. Mission Tejas State Historic Park.
• SCENIC DRIVE - Exceptional scenery of forested hills and streams lies along U.S. 69, Texas 21.

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