The oldest town in Texas, and home to Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches is located along the historic El Camino Real National Historic Trail, linking Mexico City to Natchitoches, Louisiana, which was the only primary overland route from Mexico to the Red River Valley, dating back to 1690. From antiquing to nature walks, Nacogdoches has something to offer everyone. Stroll the red brick streets of historic downtown and experience the hospitality and charm of the Oldest Town in Texas, hike miles of historic trails that once served as trade routes for Native Americans or break for tea in a Victorian mansion.