The Wild West town of Lajitas, Texas, home of Clay Henry, the beer-drinking goat, is up for sale. Lajitas lies along the Mexican border, part of the 2,700 acre Big Bend resort complex that is being auctioned off. Three generations of Clay Henrys have entertained tourists with their Lone Star swilling antics at the trading post. The town's main street has been used in numerous TV westerns and commercials. Residents have no idea what a new owner might do to their town... [02/20/2000]
Clay Henry - Famous Beer-Drinking Dead Goat
- Address:
- 100 Ivey Street, Terlingua, TX
- Directions:
- At Terlingua Trading Post. From the north, drive south on Hwy 118 many miles to Study Butte. Turn right (west) onto FM 170. Drive four miles. Turn right at the entrance to Terlingua Ghost Town, then drive a quarter-mile to the Trading Post. From the west (Big Bend Ranch State Park), drive 12 miles east on FM 170. Turn left at the entrance to Terlingua Ghostown, then drive a quarter-mile to the Trading Post.
- Hours:
- Daily 10 am - 9 pm (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 432-371-2234
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