Things to Do
Lake Whitney & beyond
Lake Whitney is one of North Texas's best-kept secrets for boating, fishing, and scenic limestone cliffs. Easy day trips to Waco, Glen Rose, and Fort Worth.
Nearby
Lake Whitney State Park
30 minHiking, wildlife, scenic bluffs
Meridian State Park
25 minForest trails, fishing, birdwatching
Red Caboose Winery
15 minLocal winery
Bosque Arts Center
15 minArt & performances
Historic Clifton Downtown
12 minShops & cafes
Parsons Sport Ranch
12 minOutdoor activities
Day trips
Waco
45 min- · Magnolia Market at the Silos
- · Dr. Pepper Museum
- · Waco Mammoth National Monument
- · Cameron Park Zoo
Glen Rose
60 min- · Dinosaur Valley State Park
- · Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Fort Worth
100 min- · Fort Worth Stockyards
- · Museums
- · Restaurants & nightlife
On the water
Lake Whitney is excellent for boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sunset cruising along the shoreline. The limestone cliffs at sunset are the signature view.
In town — Whitney & Clifton
The closest town is Whitney (~15 min) for groceries, gas, and restaurants. Historic Clifton is ~10–15 min with shops and cafes. Bosque Mini Mart is just 7 minutes away for last-minute needs.
