Santa Rita No. 1

The actual well site with an oil derrick and some of the original equipment used during the gusher of May 28,1923. The well remained productive until 1990. A historical marker outside the fenced site gives more details about the famous well that brought an era of prosperity to West Texas. Located four miles west of town on US Hwy 67.

Read reviews and find deals for hotels in Big Lake.

Free candid Big Lake reviews from VirtualTourist. Read about hotels, things to do, restaurants, and more. Get the best deals for Big Lake hotels by comparing Travelocity, Hotels.com and Orbitz.

Visit Online Highways' interactive American History project. A team of researchers is developing a site that will present U.S. history in the context of present day travel.

Reviews