Prairies and Lakes, Texas
"Prairies and Lakes." Does that title really tell the tale? Well, yes-and no. Prairies and Lakes paints merely the pastoral brush strokes in this region's richly textured panorama. The full picture emerges only when you add the dynamic cities, charming communities, and colorful history that enliven this attraction-packed section of Texas.
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Benbrook Lake Trails
Fort Worth Trinity Trail - The City of Fort Worth has approximately twenty-five miles of paved hike &
, TX TrailsHammond House
The Hammond House was originally built in 1876 to be a courthouse and jail. In 1870
Calvert, TX Historic HomesSomerville Lake State Parks
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department operates two State Parks units (Nails Creek Unit and Birch Creek Unit) at Somerville Lake with overnight camping facilities. The State Parks offer a multitude of recreational opportunities such as camping, picnicking, boating, fishing;
, TX State ParksSharkarosa Wild Life Ranch
Our mission is to provide the North Texas community with the opportunity to experience rare and endangered exotic wildlife in a unique and personal setting. What better way to learn about conservation than by seeing it up close and hands on! Our 126
Pilot Point, TX Wildlife ParksBlack Mustang Ranch
Horse rentals in Pilot Point, Texas. You will not know what you've been missing here at Lake Ray Roberts until you hit the trails with us. This is the best-kept secret in North Texas. Lots of sandy trails and spectacular views of the prettiest lake around. We'
Pilot Point, TX Equestrian TrailsConfederate Memorial Museum
The Confederate Memorial Museum is housed in Columbus' original water tower. The building now resembles a castle turret. This museum includes unusual historic items from throughout Colorado County, to include ladies'
Columbus, TX MuseumsJoe Pool Lake Boating
Joe Pool Lake has two marinas, Joe Pool Marina in Cedar Hill State Park and Lynn Creek Marina in Lynn Creek Park. The marinas offer a large array of lake recreation including:
, TX BoatingAthens Scuba Park
With underwater visibility of up to 70 feet, there's no telling what you might see - a sunken tour bus, houseboat, airplane, motorcycles and more. Divers flock to the Athens Scuba Park clear blue waters for recreational certification. The average visibility is 30 to 40 feet. The park also features 1
Athens, TX Scuba Diving