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City in and county seat of Sabine County, Texas, United States
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Hemphill is in Deep East Texas. It is the county seat of Sabine County in the easternmost reaches of Texas. The area is a gateway to Toledo Bend Reservoir, but also has a more pensive recent history, as the area where many of the crashing remains of the Space Shuttle Columbia fell on February 1, 2003. The town has a NASA museum and memorial dedicated to fallen astronauts.
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NASA's Columbia Museum
Museum and memorial dedicated to the Space Shuttle Columbia accident in 2003. The museum has multiple exhibits and special events, such as guest speakers and programming for kids throughout the year.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in the include fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.
The fifth largest man-made reservoir in the United States. Private facilities range from fish camps, with marinas and primitive camping, to highly developed lodge and motel type facilities. There are boat ramps at major recreation areas and other spots on the reservoir, giving boaters access points to the lake. Toledo Bend Reservoir is a nationally known bass fishing lake, and numerous tournaments are held here each year. A good access point to the lake from Hemphill is at Indian Mounds Recreation Area, which is 18 minutes east on Farm Road 83 and Indian Mounds Road.
Picnic facilities and a swimming beach.
Moore Plantation is a 26,500-acre wildlife management area in Sabine County cooperatively managed by these two agencies. It is known for excellent deer hunting.
A 28-mile hiking trail that extends from Lakeview Recreation Area on Toledo Bend Reservoir to Highway 96 near Sam Rayburn Reservoir. Hiking is at its best in the early spring and fall when the forest is filled with blossoms and colorful leaves.
Combination coffee shop and book store with friendly service. No food served, just coffee and Lotus drinks. Casual environment with both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a drive thru window.
Lakeside motel, cabins, and campground with convenience store attached. Offers views of Palo Gaucho Bayou and Toledo Bend Reservoir. Onsite boat ramp for water access.
Texas Highways 87 and 184 are the primary points of entry into Hemphill. Texas Highway 21 is nine miles to the north, which provides east and west connections to Lufkin and Many, Louisiana.
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A car is essential for visiting Hemphill. Even destinations within the town limits are often too far apart to walk, and all major recreational sites are accessible only by car.
On foot
It is only practical to traverse the downtown/courthouse square on foot or within a handful of blocks of the Sabine County Courthouse.
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