4203 Loring Park
Converse, Texas

If you need a break from the monotonous drive along Interstate 10 near San Antonio, then take a short detour to check out this interesting — and massive — art installation. Just take exit 585 and head north on FM 1516 for about a half-mile. Make a right on Hays Park Road — the Giant Junk Stag sculpture is just down the road.

This larger-than-life stag is perched on a mound of dirt in the first round-about through the upscale subdivision. There’s parking in a level paved lot near the playground, which is the perfect vantage point to view the piece. Crafted by Mexico City artist, Florentino Narcis, this community centerpiece is comprised of junk, including engine parts, rusted fenders, license plates and even a bicycle seat or two. Check it out and see how many scrap parts you can spot. And if you’d like to get a closer look at the sculpture, there’s curb-cut-access to a short sidewalk from the parking area. There aren’t any public facilities at this stop, but this interesting sculpture is definitely worth a short look on the way through the Lone Star state.