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15 Best and Fun Things To Do In Glen Rose, Texas


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Nestled between the Paluxy and Brazos Rivers, Glen Rose exudes a charm reminiscent of a bygone era in Texas!

This is the best place to visit in Texas if you’re looking for a wide variety of attractions. Its charming downtown is also full of antique buildings and boardwalks.

You’ll also find award-winning wineries, world-class galleries, and plenty of shopping opportunities. Glen Rose is a great place to visit, whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply just want to enjoy its natural beauty.

Read on to discover our list of the best and most fun things to do in Glen Rose, Texas.

The 15 Most Popular Things To Do In Glen Rose, Texas

15. Parks & Wildlife Department

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

Location: Glen Rose TX

14. Wheeler Branch Reservoir

4.5 ★★★★★ (25 reviews)

13. Squaw Creek Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (35 reviews)

Location: 2300 Coates Road Granbury TX

Tel:  817 573 7053

Web Address:   https://luminant.com/squaw-creek-park/

12. Squaw Creek Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ (55 reviews)

11. Squaw Valley Golf Course

4.6 ★★★★★ (198 reviews)

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Location: 2439 E US 67 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  800 831 8259

Web Address:   http://squawvalleygc.com/

10. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center-Children’s Animal Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (3,724 reviews)

Location: 1789 Co Road 2009 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 897 2960

Web Address:   https://fossilrim.org/childrens-animal-center/

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9. Barnard’s Mill – Texas State Historical Marker

5.0 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

Location: 307 SW Barnard Street Glen Rose TX

Tel:  972 965 4455

Web Address:   https://barnardsmill.org/

8. Somervell County Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 101 Vernon Street Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 898 0640

Web Address:   https://exploreglenrose.org/explore-the-somervell-county-museum/

7. Wheeler Branch Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (229 reviews)

Location: 2099 County Rd. 301 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 898 2805

Web Address:   http://scwd.com/about-the-park.html

6. Paluxy Heritage Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (240 reviews)

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Location: Matthews St & E Elm St Glen Rose TX

Web Address:   https://waymarking.com/waymarks/WMQA0C_Paluxy_Heritage_Park_Glen_Rose_TX

5. Creation Evidence Museum

4.2 ★★★★☆ (488 reviews)

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Location: 3102 FM 205 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 897 3200

Web Address:   http://creationevidence.org/

4. Big Rocks Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,486 reviews)

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Location: 1014 NE Barnard Street Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 897 3081

3. Dinosaur World

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,986 reviews)

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Location: 1058 Park Road 59 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 898 1526

Web Address:   https://dinosaurworld.com/

2. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (2,747 reviews)

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Location: 2299 Co Road 2008 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 897 2960

Web Address:   http://fossilrim.org/

1. Dinosaur Valley State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (3,441 reviews)

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Location: 1629 Park Road 59 Glen Rose TX

Tel:  254 897 4588

Web Address:   http://tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/parks/find-a-park/dinosaur-valley-state-park

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Glen Rose, Texas! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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