Mineral Wells is a city in Palo Pinto County, Texas and a portion of Parker County, Texas. The population was 16,946 at the 2000 census. The city is named for mineral springs in the area, which were highly popular in the early 1900's. Mineral Wells is most famous for its Baker Hotel.
Geography
Mineral Wells is located at (32.808594, -98.101859).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 54.9 km² (21.2 mi²). 53.0 km² (20.5 mi²) of it is land and 1.9 km² (0.7 mi²) of it (3.45%) is water.
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Bat World Sanctuary - A nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to the preservation of bats through educational programs, rehabilitating injured and orphaned bats and protecting wild bat colonies.
Clark Gardens - Botanical park with xeriscaped gardens, ponds, and a children's garden. Also available for weddings. Site includes a calendar of events, membership information, and volunteer opportunities.
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The Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas, opened in 1929 lavishing guests with high style and mineral water with amazing ...