Region: Prairies and Lakes
The seat of Milam County, city was established in 1846 and is located on the Little River. Named for Ewen Cameron, a Scot highlander prominent in the Texas Revolution. Downtown has been revitalized, with the renovation of the Milam County Courthouse and an 1891 Victorian-style building that now serves as Cameron City Hall and Municipal Center. Take a walking tour of historic downtown and experience history and progress coming together.
Cameron lies at the crossroads of U.S. 77 and Texas 36, a segment of the Ports-to-Plains Highway connecting the state's heartland to coastal ports. More recently, city lies in heart of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Trail, which was signed into law in October 2004.
Be sure to visit the restored Victorian homes, the Magnolia Inn, Travis Tea Room and Dallie Rose Inn for tours, lodging and dining. For information, call Cameron Country Inns, 254/697-3160.
Annual events include Cameron Dewberry Festival in Apr. and Lighted Christmas Parade in Dec.