Amarillo, Texas

Situated on the High Plains of the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo, Texas is a gem waiting to be discovered! The seat of Potter County and the 14th largest city in Texas, Amarillo has a population of just over 200,000 and encompasses four counties. Like most of the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo's weather is semi-arid, which means low humidity and almost year-round warm weather, which makes Amarillo a very pleasant place to live!

About Amarillo

Although Amarillo is most widely known for its Western Heritage, Palo Duro Canyon and The Big Texan 72 oz Steak, the city has much more to offer.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy golfing at one of the many local courses; boating, hiking, camping, fishing and off-roading at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, located 40 miles from Amarillo; hiking and camping amidst the spectular vistas at Palo Duro Canyon State Park; or a leisurely stroll through the Amarillo Botanical Gardens. Amarillo also has a lot to cheer about for the sports fans - it is home to the world famous Double A baseball Sod Poodles and some of the best high school football teams under the Friday night lights.  

For arts lovers, Amarillo will keep you entertained with opera, ballet, symphonies, live theater and art.  A plethora of art galleries and studios representing more than 100 local artists, and a sculpture garden al fresco. The not-to-be-missed (because it's hard to miss!) Hoof Prints of the American Quarter Horse depicts over 100 colorful life size fiberglass replicas of American Quarter Horses created by local artists. The horses can be found standing guard across the city. Every fiberglass equine is an astounding work of art as a tribute to Amarillo's beloved Quarter Horse. The project is sponsored by the AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association). The American Quarter Horse is the largest equine breed registry and membership in the world and Amarillo is proud to be the home of the AQHA headquarters.

For the youth, and young at heart, Amarillo has a 15 acre zoo and Wonderland amusement park that is sure to engage the tots and teens. Families with school age children can rest assured their students will receive a solid education in Amarillo with many choices of public and private schools primary and secondary schools, including the award winning Amarillo College, West Texas A&M University, Texas Tech Schools of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Wayland Baptist University and more.  

Foodies can sink their teeth into some the best steaks and barbeque Texas has to offer and enjoy a variety of other dishes served up in Amarillo's 100+ eating establishments.  

Amarillo is truly the yellow rose of Texas!