Conroe, TX

united states

Conroe lies 40 miles north of Houston on Interstate 45, making it an easy day trip or stopover between Houston and Dallas. The city serves as Montgomery County's seat and sits between Lake Conroe and Sam Houston National Forest. Most visitors use I-45 as the main route, with Highway 105 running east-west and FM 1488 connecting to The Woodlands. The restored 1940s Crighton Theatre in Old Town still shows films and hosts live performances.