Whitney was established in 1879, when the Texas Central Railroad crossed Hill County, and was named for Charles Whitney of New York, a major railroad stockholder.
Today, Whitney is an agricultural/ recreational center, and the gateway to two immensely popular lakes, Lake Aquilla and Lake Whitney, one of the leading water sport and lake resort areas of Texas. This lakeside resort town is near many RV parks and three golf courses.
A U.S. military post was established in 1849 at Fort Graham. As the line of settlement moved westward, the need for the fort became less and troops were withdrawn in 1853
Whitney, TX Museums Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7
Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1
Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7
Known as the "Father of Texas Journalism," Colonel DeMorse founded The Northern Standard, participated in the Civil Wa...
Bosque Memorial Museum displays the largest collection of Norwegian artifacts in the South and Southwest, highlighting the co...
Located behind the historic Bosque Conservatory, the Tin Building Theatre is a unique space - a simple exterior with a state ...
Both Selma and Big Sandy Creek parks have boat ramps. SELMA PARK * Located off Texas 59 south of Bowie. Turn south on F...