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Everything East Texas has to offer, minutes away

Whether you’re staying a night or settling in for the season, there’s always something nearby. Filter by what you’re in the mood for, or scroll to the map to see it all laid out.

Water & Lakes Kids tubing on Cedar Creek Reservoir behind a boat

Cedar Creek Reservoir

One of Texas’s largest lakes — fishing, boating, and water sports on wide-open water, roughly a half-hour drive from the park.

~30 min away Learn More
Water & Lakes Sunset view from a kayak while fishing on Lake Athens

Lake Athens

A 1,799-acre lake just east of town, known for largemouth bass, crappie, and white bass — a quick trip for an afternoon of fishing.

~25 min away Learn More
Outdoors Anglers fishing from the pier at Purtis Creek State Park

Purtis Creek State Park

Hiking, kayaking, and a sandy swim beach on a quiet 355-acre lake — a favorite East Texas state park near Eustace.

~15 min away Learn More
Outdoors Kid ziplining through the treetops at New York, Texas Zipline Adventures

New York, Texas Zipline Adventures

Six or nine ziplines, sky bridges, and 30-mile views from the highest point in East Texas — fun for the whole crew, ages 5 and up.

~30 min away Learn More
Shopping Shoppers browsing vendor stalls at First Monday Trade Days in Canton

First Monday Trade Days (Canton)

The world’s largest flea market — thousands of vendors, Thursday through Sunday the weekend before the first Monday of every month.

~15 min away Learn More
Downtown Aerial view of the Henderson County courthouse and downtown Athens square

Downtown Athens

Antique shops, local eateries, and the historic square — an easy walk-around evening close to home base.

~20 min away Learn More
Golf Guests gathered on the lawn at the Athens Country Club clubhouse

Athens Country Club

An 18-hole public course open since 1946, with a driving range and practice green — a short drive from the park.

~20 min away Learn More
Outdoors A zebra approaching a car window at Rocky Ridge Drive-Thru Safari

Rocky Ridge Drive-Thru Safari

A 200-acre drive-thru wildlife park in Eustace with over 25 species — stay in your vehicle and get up close with the animals.

~15 min away Learn More
Water & Lakes Water slides and pool at Splash Kingdom Paradise Island

Splash Kingdom Paradise Island

A full water park in Canton with a wave pool, lazy river, and slides for every age — a perfect hot-day outing.

~20 min away Learn More
Food & Wine Wine glasses and a bottle of Tara Vineyard & Winery wine with the vineyard in the background

Tara Vineyard & Winery

The oldest winery in Henderson County — wine tastings, a full-course restaurant, and an historic inn on the property.

~20 min away Learn More

Drive times are approximate. Distances and hours can change — confirm before you head out.

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