Henderson, Texas
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16miles Southwest of HendersonMartin Creek Lake was experiencing very low lake levels. One Boat Ramp in the park was closed &... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Depot Museum and Children's Discovery Center
Restored 1901 Missouri Pacific RR depot houses museum of county history in old waiting room and office. Warehouse portion is hands-on learning center for children 3 to 11. On grounds is 1908 restored "Arnold Outhouse," first in state to receive historical marker. Ornate, gingerbread-style, "
Henderson, TX Museums
East Texas Discovery Well
In 1927, Columbus M. "Dad" Joiner believed there was oil in Rusk County. Joiner and an Oklahoma attorney and oil promoter had won and lost two fortunes in oil, and despite nearing age 70, he was beginning another search "without even the proverbial shoestring."
Henderson, TX Oil History
Rose Hill Ampitheater
Unique amphitheater is located in natural crater that is 60 feet deep and 300
Henderson, TX Amphitheaters
Harmony Hill Ghost Town
Eighteen miles northeast on Texas 43, The Harmony Hill Ghost Town was important trade center known as Nip and Tuck in 1850. Bypassed by railroads, the town declined, and in 1906
Henderson, TX Ghost Towns
Things to do near Henderson, TX
Big Thicket Canoe Trips
Located on Village Creek in the heart of the Big Thicket, you can take a short trip of three to four hours, or two to three d...
Angelina National Forest
Town is within the forest boundary. Camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, four-wheeling, canoeing, backpacking, swimming and pic...
Lone Star Hiking Trail
Winters Bayou/Tarkington Creek Section begins on F.M. 1725 NW of Cleveland and winds 140 miles in its entirety through portio...
Livingston Municipal Golf Course
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Princedale Country Club
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...