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Conroe is the county seat of Montgomery County, Texas, about 40 miles north of downtown Houston. It began in the 1880s as a sawmill town in the East Texas pine forests, boomed after oil was discovered nearby in 1931, and is now one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, while keeping a historic downtown and a lakeside, outdoorsy character.
The big draw is Lake Conroe, a large reservoir northwest of town that is popular for boating, fishing, waterfront dining and lake houses. Downtown Conroe has a cultural district with the restored 1930s Crighton Theatre, the Montgomery County Courthouse, local shops, restaurants and craft breweries such as Southern Star Brewing, and the Heritage Museum of Montgomery County tells the region's story.
Pine forests surround the city. W. Goodrich Jones State Forest, on the south side, has easy trails, and Sam Houston National Forest to the north is crossed by the long Lone Star Hiking Trail. Houston's attractions are an easy day trip.
A large reservoir on the West Fork of the San Jacinto River, completed in the 1970s, with marinas, waterfront restaurants and resorts along its wooded shores. It is popular for boating, jet skiing, sailing and fishing for bass and catfish. Rent a boat at a marina, and avoid holiday weekends if you want calm water.
A state demonstration forest on the south edge of Conroe, with loblolly and longleaf pines, easy walking and biking trails and a small pond. It is home to the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, whose nest trees are marked with white bands. Visit early in the morning for birds and cooler air.
A large national forest north of Conroe covering pine and hardwood forest, creeks and lakes, with campgrounds, horse and off-road vehicle trails and hiking. Lake Conroe borders part of the forest. Check the forest service website for hunting seasons and wear bright colors in the fall.
The historic heart of the city around the courthouse square, now a cultural district with restored brick buildings, boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, wine bars and live music venues. Monthly events and festivals fill the streets. Park once and walk, and check the city events calendar.
A restored theater from the 1930s in downtown Conroe, with a classic marquee and an ornate auditorium, now home to community theater productions, concerts and special events. It is the cultural centerpiece of downtown. Check the season schedule and book ahead for popular musicals.
The 1930s county courthouse at the center of downtown Conroe, a handsome historic building surrounded by the shops and restaurants of the courthouse square. It is still a working government building, so view it from the square, which hosts many of downtown's events and festivals.
A small museum telling the story of Montgomery County, from early settlers and the timber and sawmill industry to the oil boom of the 1930s, with displays of artifacts, photos and historic buildings. It takes about an hour. Opening days are limited, so check the schedule before you go.
A well-known Conroe craft brewery with a taproom and beer garden, famous for its Bombshell Blonde and other beers brewed on site. It often hosts food trucks, trivia and live music. Check the taproom hours, bring friends and sample a flight of current releases.
A long-distance footpath of nearly 100 miles that winds through Sam Houston National Forest, passing through pine woods, creek bottoms and wilderness areas. Day hikers can pick short sections from trailheads north of Conroe. Bring plenty of water and bug spray, and avoid flooded low areas after rain.
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