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Stephenville, Texas

As the seat of Erath County, Stephenville began in 1850 with the settlement by the Stephens brothers around the area. One of the brothers, John, donated the original townsite.

Among several industries in Stephenville is one of the largest tree nurseries in the Southwest. The area is the state's leading producer of the popular Coastal Bermuda range grass, and the county is the state's largest dairy producer. Stephenville is the home of Tarleton State University, which features the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center, Gallery, as well as, the TSU Planetarium. Stephenville is recognized in Norman Crampton's book, "The 100 Best Small Towns in America."

Events include the Cowboy Capital Walk of Fame parade, induction and PRCA Rodeo in the spring; Firecracker 100 Bike Race, DairyFest and Concert in the Park series in the summer; the Annual Antiques Show & Sale, and the Texas Dairy Farm & Ranch Show in the Fall.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Stephenville, TX

Navarro Mills Lake Hiking

Alliance Creek Nature Trail is a half-mile trail through a heavily wooded area located in Oak Park. There are many species of...

Hood County Museum and Jail

Exhibits and displays of the original jail cells from 1885, the hanging, displays of Davy Crockett family, Jesse James, John ...

Frisch Auf Valley Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Meadowbrook Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...