12. Rockwall

The area around Rockwall, the seat of Rockwall County has been inhabited for thousands of years, with a truly rich archaeological history to back it up. Archaeologists have unearthed many Paleo-Indian artifacts in the area, as well as remains of mammals from Pleistocene era which have since become extinct. Artefacts have also been found which suggest that the earliest humans in North America also lived in the area at one point.

The town of Rockwell got its name after a natural rock formation that is located nearby and which was discovered in the mid-19th century during digging of town wells. The formation resembles man-built wall so much that people originally thought someone made it.

The town and the area surrounding it are very popular among archaeology buffs, but it also offers a lot to sporting enthusiasts with its many golf courses and marinas that serve as jet-skiing hubs. The town also features a number of state-of-the-art sports complexes. It is a real outdoorsy type of town and it’s well-worth your visit.