Local Area Attractions Near Texarkana KOA Journey

We are just 64 miles from Caddo Lake, an easy scenic drive through the Piney Woods and Bayou of East Texas.

Ace of Clubs House

Ace of Clubs House

420 Pine Street 903-793-7108 Group tour rates and guided tours are available. The Ace of Clubs is a uniquely designed house built in 1885. Legend has it that entrepreneur James H. Draughon built the 22 sided house with the winnings from a poker game and that the winning card was the Ace of Clubs. Each room represents a specific period in the history of the house and reveals interesting insights into the life-style of the families who lived there. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am to 4 PM. Website: Ace of Clubs

Texarkana Historical Museum

Texarkana Historical Museum

219 State Line Ave. 903-793-4831 Admission: Adults $2, Children and Students $1, Senior Citizens $1.50. Located in the oldest brick building in Texarkana, the Historical Museum offers a wide range of exhibits. Visitors will enjoy the Victorian Parlor; Grandma's Kitchen; and replicas of a Doctor's Office, an 1890's Farmstead model; and other displays depicting the early history of Texarkana. There is also an exhibit that focuses on the Caddo Indians that lived in the area and includes Caddo pottery, tools, and other artifacts. The Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Historic Old Washington

Historic Old Washington

Established in 1824, this historic town was an important stop for pioneers travelling to Texas. Guided walking tours are offered visiting the local Confederate Capitol, Tavern Inn, Blacksmith Shop, Weapons Museum, and several residences. This attraction is an approximate 33 mile drive from our campground. http://www.historicwashingtonstatepark.com/

Millwood Lake

Millwood Lake

Millwood Lake is located on Hwy. 32, nine miles east of Ashdown, in the lowlands of southwestern Arkansas. Of the 29,500 acres inundated by the lake, approximately 6,000 acres are cleared. On the remaining 23,500 acres, the dense growth of timber and brush was left standing, providing an excellent habitat for the wide variety of fish native to this area. Cleared boat lanes, old roads and creek and river channels provide access to the favorite fishing places on the lake. For more information visit Millwood Lake online.

Wright-Patman Lake

Wright-Patman Lake

On the Sulphur River in Bowie and Cass counties, 10 miles from Texarkana KOA. Predominant Fish Species include largemouth bass, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, crappie, sunfish, white bass, hybrid striped bass. For further information visit Wright-Patman Lake online.

Local Area Recreation Near Texarkana KOA Journey

Spring Lake Park

Spring Lake Park

Spring Lake Park in Texarkana, Texas celebrated a significant anniversary in 2016. Officially opened to the general public on May 21, 1916, Spring Lake Park has been Texarkana's favorite park for over 100 years. Most all residents from Texarkana and even the surrounding area have memories from Spring Lake Park, from birthday parties, to cook-outs or feeding ducks, to fishing or maybe even getting water from the spring well house that for many years ran open. 100 years is a long time, but way before the property was opened as a park, history tells us that famed explorer Hernando De Soto himself drank from the well that feeds the lake central to the park in the year 1541.

4303 North Park Road

Texarkana, TX 75501

903-798-3978

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Texarkana Golf Ranch

Texarkana Golf Ranch

The Dallas Morning News says "Texarkana Golf Ranch is one of the best bargains in Texas", a prime example that high-end golf can be relatively low-priced. Designed by Jim Fazio Jr., the lake is a feature of 17 of the tree-lined holes.

The Texarkana Golf Ranch in Texarkana, Texas sits on the banks of the 600 acre Bringle Lake across from Texas A&M University – Texarkana.  Known as one of the premier championship golf courses in the United States, Texarkana Golf Ranch layout has extraordinary 50' elevation changes and breathtaking vistas. Host of many corporate and special events, including AJGA and Tightlies Tournaments, Texarkana Golf Ranch is a golf course that will challenge the best of all touring professionals while still providing fun.

7401 Schott Wright Road

Texarkana, TX 75503

903-334-7401

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Pickleball at Southwest Center

Pickleball at Southwest Center

Southwest Center Park is a place to play pickleball in Texarkana, TX. There are 7 courts. 3 are indoors and 4 are outdoors. The lines are permanent, and portable nets are available. The courts are free. Players have access to lights.

3222 W 7th St

Texarkana, TX 75501

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Holiday Springs Water Park

Holiday Springs Water Park

Texarkana's premier water park has everything imaginable: water slides, a lazy river, jungle gyms, a wave pool, and a special pool and spa area just for the grownups. The five massive water slides, each with unique twists and turns, are the highlight of the park.If you're not looking to get your adrenaline pumping on Neptune's Revenge or Blue Beast, check out the park's quarter million-gallon wave pool. Smaller kids have access to two children's pools and there's even an area to build sand castles!

5501 Crossroads Pkwy

Texarkana, AR 71854

870-772-2200

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Bringle Lake East Bike Trail

Bringle Lake East Bike Trail

This wildness trail is one of the most beautiful and peaceful places in Texarkana! The trail is open year round. It's probably the prettiest in the Spring and Fall. The trail will ultimately circle the entire lake for 7 miles. You can walk or jog for 30 minutes or a couple of hours.

3650 Shilling Road

Texarkana, TX 75503

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