A group of German freethinkers looking for a quiet existence moved to the area in 1854.

Today, the 3,000 residents are eager to hold on to their towns old-school charm.

Expect moderately technical terrain, and helmets are required.

Comfort TX

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A single day pass costs $15 for adults.

The ranch is open from dawn until dusk January through October.

The acoustics are good enough inside the Queens Throne Room that cave operators also host periodic musical performances.

Singing Water Vineyards

Singing Water Vineyards.Credit:Wynn Myers

Check the caves events calendar for information.

Live music takes place on the deck Sunday afternoons.

Drop by to play nine or 18 holes, join a league or take a lesson.

Camp Comfort

Camp Comfort.Credit:Wynn Myers

Rates start at $28 for nine holes and $37 for 18 holes on weekday mornings.

Campbell was studying ways to combat the mosquito-borne disease.

Its located on private land, but you might see it from the road.

Comfort Pizza

Comfort Pizza.Credit:Wynn Myers

The flag that flies over the monument is permanently flown at half staff.

If youd rather dine on the whitetail you harvested yourself, butchers will process your wild game for you.

And check for workshops, like the recent sausage-making class.

8th Street Market

8th Street Market.Credit:Wynn Myers

The restaurant, housed in a renovated 1920s gas station, even rents a fleet of retro bikes.

But dont be late.

When the dough runs out, thats that.

Camp Comfort

Camp Comfort.Credit:Wynn Myers

The watering hole opened in October 2023, and the bartenders serve beer, cocktails, and wine.

Plan on at least an hour to roam the expansive grounds, which spill into a courtyard out back.

Restored in 1985, the hotel has a Texas Historical Landmark designation.

camp-comfort.com, 601 Water St, Comfort, TX 78013