Things to Do near Gainesville, TX

Discover and explore some of the best local attractions in the Gainesville area and while you're staying at Lone Oak.

Horseback Riding in Denton, TX

Horse country tours are a classic Texas activity. Rent a horse for trail riding, or spend time in Denton Creek taking horseback riding lessons.

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Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center

Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center is a sprawling 2,900-acre reserve with hardwood forests, prairie, and aquatic habitats. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, it features the beauty of the Elm Fork Trinity River and Clear Creek. Open daily from dawn to dusk, admission is free for all visitors.

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Ray Roberts Lake State Park

North Texas is home to many different lakes, providing for a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Ray Roberts Lake State Park houses Lake Ray Roberts, which is a great place to go for hiking, boating and fishing, among others. Come see why Lake Ray Roberts is one of the best lakes in Texas.

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North Texas Wineries

While North Texas isn’t typically considered the state’s wine country, it still features quite a few wineries and vineyards. Wineries are where wine gets made, meaning the drinks available there are as fresh as possible. Explore the various Texas vineyards around Gainesville, many of which make great places to visit for couples. Our guide will help you discover some of the various wineries in the area.

WinStar World Casino and Resort

WinStar World Casino and Resort is the largest Casino in the world.

777 Casino Avenue Thackerville, OK 73459

(800) 622-6317

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Frank Buck Zoo

The perfect Zoo to take your family to. Enjoy more than 130 animals.

1000 West California Street

Gainesville, TX 76240

940.668.4539

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Striper fishing at Texoma and Lake Ray Roberts

12 Best Striped Bass Fishing Lakes in Texas

10 minutes (Lake Ray Roberts) and 50 minutes (Lake Texoma) from your front porch at Lone Oak, enjoy some of the country's best Striper Bass fishing. Picnic areas, playgrounds and hiking trails, there is something for everyone.

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Trout Fishing on the Blue River in Oklahoma

Only a little over 60 minutes from Lone Oak, one of the finest trout fishing rivers in the tri-state area. Enjoy a day of trout fishing with friends, and back to Lone Oak for a warm dinner, a peaceful night in a Lone Oak hotel room and a starlit campfire.

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Discover Denton

Discover Denton is the official travel guide for Denton, TX. Explore our city's hotels, things to do, craft breweries, restaurants, and outdoor attractions.

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