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Denison, Texas

Denison was established in 1872 as the railhead for the first railroad into Texas from the north, the Missouri, Kansas & Texas. Five miles south of the Red River, Denison is the gateway to Texas and popular Lake Texoma. Noted as the birthplace of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the city features a widely diverse industrial base and is the largest medical community and services between Dallas and Oklahoma City. Denison is the home of Grayson County Junior College.

The unique downtown district is an art mecca with 14 galleries and four international artists. Also, it is the home of Homestead Winery & Tasting Room, numerous antique shops, eateries, bed & breakfasts, and live entertainment by the Main Street Showcase.

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Grapevine Lake ORV Areas

Marshall Creek Park is an 877-acre recreational area operated by the Town of Trophy Club. Located on the southwestern shores ...

Ray Roberts Lake WMA

The Ray Roberts Lake WMA has 40,920 acres located in Denton, Cooke and Grayson counties, just north of the Dallas/Fort Worth ...

River Crest Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Athens Lake Fishing

This lake is known for largemouth bass in the 3- to 8-pound range but has produced a lake record of 13.81 pounds. Sunfishes p...