Region: Prairies and Lakes
Picturesquely situated on Lake Granbury, this community is the seat of Hood
County. It was settled in 1854 by Thomas Lambert, who united it with the
settlement of Stockton to form the nucleus of Granbury. The square is on the
National Register of Historic Places. The city beach on the lake, three blocks
from the square, features tiki huts, a boat ramp, swimming and picnic areas.
Notable figures such as John Wilkes Booth, Carrie Nation and Davy Crockett
have history in the community. Granbury Cemetery, on F.M. 51 N., is the final
resting place of outlaw Jesse James.
Yearly festivals include General Granbury's Birthday Party in March, the
Harvest Moon Festival in October and the Candlelight Tour of Homes in
December.
Bed-and-breakfast accommodations are offered in historic
buildings.