With underwater visibility of up to 70 feet, there's no telling what you
might see in the water here, which features many pieces of submerged wreckage.
Divers flock to the park's clear, blue waters for recreational diving and for
diver certification. The park also features 12 dive platforms, camping sites,
volleyball court, barbecue pits and a swimming pool. Open spring and summer 8
a.m.–6 p.m. Wed.–Sun., and fall and winter 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Wed.–Sun. Admission
charge. 500 N. Murchison St. 903/675-5762.
City: Athens
Region: Prairies and Lakes
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
