Alpine, County seat in Brewster County, Texas, US.
Alpine sits at an elevation of 1,364 meters, surrounded by mountain peaks with the Davis Mountains to the north and Chisos Mountains to the south.
The settlement began as a cattlemen campsite between 1878 and 1882, initially named Osborne before becoming Murphyville, and finally Alpine in 1888.
Sul Ross State University's Museum of the Big Bend, constructed with local stone in 1937, presents exhibits about Native American culture and regional history.
The Visitors Center at 106 North 3rd Street provides information about local attractions and serves as a starting point for various walking tours.
The city forms part of the largest international dark sky reserve, making it a location for astronomical observations and star viewing.
Location: Brewster County
Elevation above the sea: 1,364 m
Website: http://www.ci.alpine.tx.us
Website: http://ci.alpine.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 30.36083,-103.66556
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:13
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