The Welcome To Texas Road Sign Is The Best Sight In The World

No matter how far we may venture from the Lone Star State, it will always be home. That is why there’s no better sight in the world than the “Welcome to Texas” road sign greeting all who cross over into our beloved homeland. Whether you’re returning from a lengthy road trip or just visiting for a while, this sign lets you know you’ve just entered the best place on earth.

Whether you’re a lifelong resident of the Lone Star State who’s just been away for a while or it’s your first time visiting, there’s a certain shift that occurs in your psyche when you cross over into Texas.

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All along the borders with New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mexico, the “Welcome to Texas” road sign is so much more than a mere quirky photo-op. The sight of it evokes a heartwarming feeling that little else has the ability to do.

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No matter what state you’re coming from or how long you’ve been in the car, there is a distinct since of relief that washes over you upon entrance into Texas.

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Perhaps you’re even crossing into the Lone Star State from Mexico - in that case, not only will you see the “Welcome to Texas” sign, but also one that reads “Welcome to the United States of America.”

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Many of the highways leading into Texas are extremely desolate, and it’s quite common to go hours without passing through a single town or seeing another vehicle. In those instances, the “Welcome to Texas” sign is as comforting as seeing an old friend for the first time in a long while. Simply put, it feels like home.

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As you reenter Texas, expect to feel a deep appreciation for the vastness of our state and all the different landscapes it encompasses. From the lush wetlands in the east…

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…to the towering mountains out west, the Lone Star State truly has it all.

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So throw on a cowboy hat and start singing “Deep in the Heart of Texas” as you feel your heart swell with pride for this great state we’re so lucky to live in.

What goes through your head when you see the “Welcome to Texas” road sign? Tell us in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a gorgeous boardwalk trail at the Visitor Center next to one of the signs.