Innovative complex features more than 300,000 gallons of aquarium exhibits
where visitors can see nearly every major species of freshwater fish found in
Texas. Gaze into the eyes of an American alligator in a natural wetlands
environment. Wander through a variety of galleries that feature replicas of most
state record fish caught in Texas freshwater lakes and streams. Watch and talk
with divers as they hand-feed the fish in a 26,000 gallon tank at 11 a.m.
Tue.–Fri., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sat., and 2 p.m. Sun. Enjoy catching rainbow trout
or channel catfish at the Angler's Pavilion and Casting Pond. Ride the tram and
walk the wetlands trail. Open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tue.–Sat. and 1–4 p.m. Sun.
Admission charge. 5550 Flat Creek Road (F.M. 2495) near Lake Athens.
903/676-2277.
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
