Rusk

Rusk

(David) Dean. 1909--94, US statesman: secretary of state (1961--69). He defended US military involvement in Vietnam and opposed recognition of communist China

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Rusk/Palestine State Park

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Location:The Rusk Unit is located 3 miles west of Rusk on Highway 84; the Palestine Unit is located 6 miles east of Palestine.
Facilities:Campsites with full hookups, campsites with water and electricity hookups, tent camping, showers, restrooms, day-use group facility, picnic areas, nature trail, 15-acre lake, fishing pier, park store, playgrounds.
Activities:Camping, fishing, tennis, train excursion rides.
Special Features:Unique in the Texas park system, Rusk/Palestine State Park consists of two separate units connected by the historic Texas State Railroad. Train rides covering the 26-mile journey are offered on a regular basis from both locations.
Address:RR 4, Box 431
Rusk, TX 75785
Phone:903-683-5126
Web: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/rusk_and_palestine
Size: 136 acres.

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