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Welcome to Big Spring, Texas.
Located in the U.S. state of Texas, at the crossroads of U.S. Highway 87 and Interstate 20, Big Spring’s population of 25,233 (2000 Census) makes it the largest city between Midland to the west, Abilene to the east, Lubbock to the north, and San Angelo to the south.
Big Spring was established as the county seat of Howard County in 1882 and is also the largest city in that county. It was named for the spring in nearby Sulphur Draw. The spring was the center of a territorial dispute between Comanche and Shawnee peoples and a popular watering hole for wildlife in the mostly arid area.
Big Spring's Municipal Auditorium and Statue of Liberty, with the old Settles Hotel in the background.
The city is in a rocky gorge where the northern limit of the Edwards Plateau and the southern most hills of the Caprock converge. It is named for the "big spring" in Sulphur Draw, historical watering place for coyotes, wolves, and herds of buffalo, antelope, and mustangs.
The City of Big Spring is proud to offer approximately 400 acres for recreational use. Moss Creek Lake offers 26 sheltered campsites as well as 2 large pavilions available for reservation. These pavilions are equipped with electricity and well suited for family reunions, company picnics or any other large outing.
Big Spring State Park is 381.99 acres located within the city limits of Big Spring in Howard County. Both city and park were named for a natural spring that was replaced by an artificial one. The park was deeded by the city of Big Spring in 1934 and 1935, and was opened in 1936.
Much of west-central Texas is a relatively flat, dry region noted for its geographic monotony. At Big Spring State Park, however, the northern limit of the Edwards Plateau is reached, culminating in a series of bluffs rising 200 feet above the rolling plains. The Edwards Plateau is a vast, relatively flat upland area stretching as far southeast as Austin and San Antonio. Thick beds of Lower Cretaceous limestone form the plateau, deposits of an ancient sea that once covered much of Texas. The eastern and southern parts of the plateau have been cut into hilly terrain known as the Hill Country. Big Spring State Park caps one of the limestone bluffs at the northern edge of the plateau. Below the bluff, known as Scenic Mountain, sprawls the town of Big Spring, named for a large spring which served as the only watering place for herds of bison, antelope, and wild horses within a 60-mile radius.
Dramatic views from the CCC-built loop road is one of the featured attractions of the 382-acre park. Early morning or sunset, joggers, walkers, and cyclists circle the loop, enjoying these views as they exercise. Campers enjoy stargazing or watching the sun set off of the 200-foot bluff. An elaborate Fourth of July fireworks display is one of the largest in the region. Other activities include camping, picnicking, nature study, and sightseeing.
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Local daily news in Big Spring:
Hay, Wanna Ride? Park Is Place To Be
Staff Writer Local residents will get the chance to usher in the fall season with open arms, as the Big Spring State Park prepares to play host to the annual Harvest Saturday, Sept.
Water Line Replacement Project continues
Workers were busy digging up portions of Scurry Street this morning as part of the city of Big Spring's water line replacement project.
Howard College Officials Expect Enrollment To Increase
Staff Writer Early enrollment numbers have Howard College officials smiling. While preliminary enrollment figures are behind the same time last year, College President Dr.
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Places of interest:
Forsan, TX (11.9 miles), Coahoma, TX (12.3 miles), Stanton, TX (23.1 miles), Ackerly, TX (25.5 miles), Westbrook, TX (32.7 miles), Colorado City, TX (43.4 miles), Sterling City, TX (43.7 miles), Midland, TX (45.9 miles).
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