Lake Texoma Guidebook
Sightseeing
Eisenhower State Park is a beautiful place to explore. Take a hike, bring a picnic, or swim in the lake. It is a "must see" for the area!
15-minute drive from the house.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/eisenhower
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Park Nazzjonali Eisenhower
50 Park Rd 20Eisenhower State Park is a beautiful place to explore. Take a hike, bring a picnic, or swim in the lake. It is a "must see" for the area!
15-minute drive from the house.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/eisenhower
This sandy beach is great for swimming, kayaking, playing in the sand, or just relaxing by the water!
15-minute drive from the house.
https://islandviewtexoma.com/
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Island View Park
87426 Preston Bend RdThis sandy beach is great for swimming, kayaking, playing in the sand, or just relaxing by the water!
15-minute drive from the house.
https://islandviewtexoma.com/
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge is a peaceful place to enjoy nature. There are several walking trails, a visitor's center and a driving tour.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/hagerman/
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Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
6465 Refuge RdHagerman National Wildlife Refuge is a peaceful place to enjoy nature. There are several walking trails, a visitor's center and a driving tour.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/hagerman/
If you are looking for a more rigorous hiking trail, this one is for you! We love to hike this trail because of the beautiful views and the more challenging terrain.
45-minute drive from the house.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/texas/cross-timbers-hiking-trail
https://www.laketexoma.com/lake-life--cross-timbers-hiking-trail-juniper-point-west-lake-texoma/184
Juniper Point Trailhead, Cross Timbers Hiking Trail
Cross Timbers Hiking TrailIf you are looking for a more rigorous hiking trail, this one is for you! We love to hike this trail because of the beautiful views and the more challenging terrain.
45-minute drive from the house.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/texas/cross-timbers-hiking-trail
https://www.laketexoma.com/lake-life--cross-timbers-hiking-trail-juniper-point-west-lake-texoma/184
Frontier Village is a really cool place! There are actual houses from the 1800's that you can wander through and imagine what life was like back then. This is one of our daughter's favorite places to visit!
20-minute drive from the house.
http://www.graysoncofrontiervillage.us/
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Frontier Village
Frontier Village is a really cool place! There are actual houses from the 1800's that you can wander through and imagine what life was like back then. This is one of our daughter's favorite places to visit!
20-minute drive from the house.
http://www.graysoncofrontiervillage.us/
Highport Marina is a full-service marina offering convenient access to Lake Texoma for all types of boaters. You can rent a boat and get out on the lake!
https://highport.com/
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Highport Marina | A Safe Harbor Marina
120 Texoma Harbor DrHighport Marina is a full-service marina offering convenient access to Lake Texoma for all types of boaters. You can rent a boat and get out on the lake!
https://highport.com/
Grandpappy Point is a full service marina that offers pontoon boat and stand up paddleboard rentals.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://grandpappy.com/
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Grandpappy Point Marina
132 Grandpappy DrGrandpappy Point is a full service marina that offers pontoon boat and stand up paddleboard rentals.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://grandpappy.com/
Tanglewood Resort offers two restaurants, a lookout tower bar with great views of the lake, an 18-hole golf course, private guided fishing, and Tranquility Spa.
Check their website for dining hours and more information.
https://tanglewoodresort.com/golf/rates-rules/
https://tanglewoodresort.com/dining/
https://tanglewoodresort.com/recreation/
https://www.myplacetorelax.com/
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Tanglewood Resort and Conference Center
290 Tanglewood CirTanglewood Resort offers two restaurants, a lookout tower bar with great views of the lake, an 18-hole golf course, private guided fishing, and Tranquility Spa.
Check their website for dining hours and more information.
https://tanglewoodresort.com/golf/rates-rules/
https://tanglewoodresort.com/dining/
https://tanglewoodresort.com/recreation/
https://www.myplacetorelax.com/
Fastrac Charters & Cruises offers sunset & dinner cruises, themed parties, and private charters. They also offer water taxi service from anywhere on Lake Texoma, Lake History tours, and day trips on the lake lounging.
https://fastrac.com/
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Fastrac Charters and Cruises
300 Lighthouse DrFastrac Charters & Cruises offers sunset & dinner cruises, themed parties, and private charters. They also offer water taxi service from anywhere on Lake Texoma, Lake History tours, and day trips on the lake lounging.
https://fastrac.com/
Rent a boat, kayak or paddleboard at Lighthouse Resort and Marina. They also have boat slips for rent per night if you'd like to keep your boat in the water during your stay.
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Lighthouse Resort & Marina
300 Lighthouse DrRent a boat, kayak or paddleboard at Lighthouse Resort and Marina. They also have boat slips for rent per night if you'd like to keep your boat in the water during your stay.
Rocking A Ranch is a nearby place to take a guided horseback trail ride. Our family had a great time there with our kids.
Call for a reservation: (903) 337-5590
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Rocking A Ranch
336 Tanglewood BlvdRocking A Ranch is a nearby place to take a guided horseback trail ride. Our family had a great time there with our kids.
Call for a reservation: (903) 337-5590
Waterloo Lake is a 52 surface acre lake located at 1001 Waterloo Lake Drive in Denison, TX. Waterloo boasts an awesome 7 mile Hike and Bike trail circling the Scenic Waterloo Lake! Trailhead starts at the boat ramp going counterclockwise for bikers. There is a main Loop with additional loops. Be sure and take the Cave trail to see the really neat Cave.
https://www.cityofdenison.com/parksrec/page/waterloo-lake-regional-park
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Waterloo Lake Regional Park
1000 Waterloo Lake DrWaterloo Lake is a 52 surface acre lake located at 1001 Waterloo Lake Drive in Denison, TX. Waterloo boasts an awesome 7 mile Hike and Bike trail circling the Scenic Waterloo Lake! Trailhead starts at the boat ramp going counterclockwise for bikers. There is a main Loop with additional loops. Be sure and take the Cave trail to see the really neat Cave.
https://www.cityofdenison.com/parksrec/page/waterloo-lake-regional-park
Located in the heart of Denison, Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site showcases the home where the 34th U.S. President Dwight David “Ike” Eisenhower was born in 1890. Antique furnishings fill the modest frame house, illustrating the working class life of the Eisenhowers. The visitors center celebrates Ike with memorabilia and exhibits featuring his many accomplishments as president and war hero.
30-minute drive from the house.
https://www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/eisenhower-birthplace-state-historic-site
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Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site
609 S Lamar AveLocated in the heart of Denison, Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site showcases the home where the 34th U.S. President Dwight David “Ike” Eisenhower was born in 1890. Antique furnishings fill the modest frame house, illustrating the working class life of the Eisenhowers. The visitors center celebrates Ike with memorabilia and exhibits featuring his many accomplishments as president and war hero.
30-minute drive from the house.
https://www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/eisenhower-birthplace-state-historic-site
Food scene
The Island Bar and Grill is a local favorite located at Highport Marina. The food and drinks are tasty and there is a really fun vibe. You can sit right on the water and enjoy the view of the boats in the marina.
https://highport.com/marina-amenities/food-beverage/
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The Island
120 Texoma Harbor DrThe Island Bar and Grill is a local favorite located at Highport Marina. The food and drinks are tasty and there is a really fun vibe. You can sit right on the water and enjoy the view of the boats in the marina.
https://highport.com/marina-amenities/food-beverage/
The Point is a waterfront restaurant with patio seating and great views of the lake. They are open Thursday-Sunday year round.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.eatatthepoint.com/
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The Point Restaurant
1711 Harbor RdThe Point is a waterfront restaurant with patio seating and great views of the lake. They are open Thursday-Sunday year round.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.eatatthepoint.com/
A local favorite! BAY stands for Bon Appetit Y’all, which is the owners' original catering company, established in 2011 in Sherman, TX. They offer “Grab n Go Gourmet” and in the other half of the building is the Bar and Event Venue, open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with LIVE MUSIC!!
https://www.bayatthelake.com/
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BAY at the Lake
50055 Texas 289A local favorite! BAY stands for Bon Appetit Y’all, which is the owners' original catering company, established in 2011 in Sherman, TX. They offer “Grab n Go Gourmet” and in the other half of the building is the Bar and Event Venue, open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with LIVE MUSIC!!
https://www.bayatthelake.com/
Our son's favorite for delicious pizza and Italian food! Napoli's is great for dining in or take out!
https://napolisrestaurantandbar.com/
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Napoli's Pizza & Restaurant
Texas 289Our son's favorite for delicious pizza and Italian food! Napoli's is great for dining in or take out!
https://napolisrestaurantandbar.com/
Tanglewood Bar and Grill is located in Tanglewood Resort. Casual atmosphere next to the pool with American fare.
https://tanglewoodresort.com/dining/
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Barnacles Sports Bar and Pizzeria
290 Tanglewood CirTanglewood Bar and Grill is located in Tanglewood Resort. Casual atmosphere next to the pool with American fare.
https://tanglewoodresort.com/dining/
Rustico in downtown Denison has delicious Mexican cuisine and a nice atmosphere. Go there for lunch and then check out the shops on Main Street!
25-minute drive from the house.
http://www.rusticocuisinetx.com/
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Rustico Fine Mexican Cuisine
506 W Chestnut StRustico in downtown Denison has delicious Mexican cuisine and a nice atmosphere. Go there for lunch and then check out the shops on Main Street!
25-minute drive from the house.
http://www.rusticocuisinetx.com/
Cafe Blackbird is a gourmet sandwich shop and artisan bakery in Downtown Denison. Another great place for lunch while you're shopping!
25-minute drive from the house.
https://www.facebook.com/cafeblackbird/
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Cafe Blackbird
309 West Main StreetCafe Blackbird is a gourmet sandwich shop and artisan bakery in Downtown Denison. Another great place for lunch while you're shopping!
25-minute drive from the house.
https://www.facebook.com/cafeblackbird/
Hidden Hangar Winery is about a 30-minute drive from the house. Check the website for hours and more information.
https://hiddenhangar.com/
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Hidden Hangar Winery
273 Middle RdHidden Hangar Winery is about a 30-minute drive from the house. Check the website for hours and more information.
https://hiddenhangar.com/
The Ironroot distillery in Denison has won multiple awards for their bourbon including 'Worlds Best Bourbon' from the World Whiskies Award. Visit Ironroot's website for more information about hours and tours.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.ironrootrepublic.com
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Ironroot Republic Distilling
3111 Loy Lake RdThe Ironroot distillery in Denison has won multiple awards for their bourbon including 'Worlds Best Bourbon' from the World Whiskies Award. Visit Ironroot's website for more information about hours and tours.
20-minute drive from the house.
https://www.ironrootrepublic.com
Roma's Pizza is a cozy local restaurant with good Italian food and pizza.
15-minute drive from the house.
https://www.facebook.com/RomasPottsboro/
Roma's Pizza
682 FM 120Roma's Pizza is a cozy local restaurant with good Italian food and pizza.
15-minute drive from the house.
https://www.facebook.com/RomasPottsboro/
The Jalapeno Tree has delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, margaritas, and a lively atmosphere.
20 minute drive from the house.
The Jalapeno Tree
3520 W FM 120The Jalapeno Tree has delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, margaritas, and a lively atmosphere.
20 minute drive from the house.
Spas and Salons
This lovely spa is located inside of the Tanglewood Resort.
https://www.myplacetorelax.com/
Call for reservations: (903) 271-9211
Tranquility Spa
290 Tanglewood CircleThis lovely spa is located inside of the Tanglewood Resort.
https://www.myplacetorelax.com/
Call for reservations: (903) 271-9211
City/town information
Historic Downtown Denison is a great place to spend the day! There are many quaint shops and great restaurants in the quaint downtown area.
25-minute drive from the house.
https://www.cityofdenison.com/main-street
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Denison
Historic Downtown Denison is a great place to spend the day! There are many quaint shops and great restaurants in the quaint downtown area.
25-minute drive from the house.
https://www.cityofdenison.com/main-street
Sherman is about a 20-minute drive from the house and has many of the restaurants and stores that you would find in a larger city for your convenience. You'll find Target, Walmart, Kohl's, Old Navy, Home Depot, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Office Depot, and JC Penny, just to name a few! There are a number of great restaurants to chose from.
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Sherman
Sherman is about a 20-minute drive from the house and has many of the restaurants and stores that you would find in a larger city for your convenience. You'll find Target, Walmart, Kohl's, Old Navy, Home Depot, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Office Depot, and JC Penny, just to name a few! There are a number of great restaurants to chose from.
Nightlife
Choctaw Casino is a 35-minute drive from the house located in Durant Oklahoma.
https://www.choctawcasinos.com/durant/
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Choctaw Casino Durant
3735 Choctaw RdChoctaw Casino is a 35-minute drive from the house located in Durant Oklahoma.
https://www.choctawcasinos.com/durant/
Lake Texoma Planning Resources
Texoma Destinations is a great resource for planning fun activities and excursions on the lake. Check out their website for lots of helpful information.
https://texomadestinations.com/
Texoma Destinations
21 Tackle Box DrTexoma Destinations is a great resource for planning fun activities and excursions on the lake. Check out their website for lots of helpful information.
https://texomadestinations.com/
Grocery Store
Brookshire's in Pottsboro is a fully stocked grocery store, pharmacy and gas station that is just a 12-minute drive from the house.
https://www.brookshires.com/stores/pottsboro-127/6332
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Brookshire's
11205 TX-289Brookshire's in Pottsboro is a fully stocked grocery store, pharmacy and gas station that is just a 12-minute drive from the house.
https://www.brookshires.com/stores/pottsboro-127/6332