This is such a unique and relaxing experience. Starting with the staff. Everyone we came in contact…read morewith was friendly and helpful. They answered all of our questions with a smile. The property is gorgeous and the sunsets are phenomenal. If you are looking to get out of the city for a while and would like a place to relax this is it. Our hotel room was comfortable and clean. The amenities are varied and fun. We took a hike which was great. The trails are well kept. We can't wait to visit again soon. Added plus was the restaurant which had a great selection and the food is fantastic!

If you haven't tried the wildcatter breakfast buffet, you are missing out! It is amazing, THOSE…read moreBISCUITS!! Wow! The food is great. The lady that checked us in was rude and difficult to work with. She charged our baby 8 months old for a buffet.. but the food was soo good. I will definitely be back for the food.

The Crazy Water Hotel is built on top of the Crazy Water Well, a namesake and historical point of…read moreinterest of Mineral Wells. Entering into the lobby, I got a true appreciation for the restoration that was recently done bringing the hotel back to its 1920's luster. Beautiful woods and tiles, artifacts from the original grandeur, and of course, Crazy Water! I enjoyed my stroll through the lobby and in The Crazy Water Pavillion, also on the lobby level of the hotel. Today there was a market going on and the Pavillion was filled with an energy that seemed to blend with the energy of the building itself!

What a nostalgic place to stay! You truly feel like you're walking back in time, with modern…read moreamenities. Yes, I need air conditioning to be happy. And in the foyer is filled with little shops. And let's not forget about the crazy water - after all, you're in Mineral Wells!

Peanuts Crappie house is the place to fish for crappie. The owners and attendant are awesome. I…read morehave fished there many a time and have met some new friends along the way. They have recently cleaned the inside up and it is very nice now. Camping is great there and I have done that many of times also. I make a 70 mile round trip several time a month on Friday, Saturday and on Sundays sometime. It is my understanding that they are fixing to add a little bait shop on the grounds and already have a cabin to rent. Call Wes at the number on the sign and he will be happy to help you out with any questions. Penny Judd

So I've heard people talk about fishing at the "crappie house" here in Graham (Lake Eddelman), but…read morecould never find information on what, how & why, so here goes... This place lies about 2 miles from town (reference point is North side Allsup's) off Hwy 380 going towards Newcastle, off of Hot Point Loop Rd. Once on Hot Point Loop, you'll take a dirt road for about 4 or 5 minutes to your destination. Basically a floating barge you can fish from both inside and outside. A valid fishing license is required. Bait is sold here (minnows are $3/dozen), as well are snacks and fishing equipment rentals. Folding chairs are available but not the most comfortable. As you arrive, there's an "honor system" box located before the ramp to the dock (I found out you can also pay the attendant inside the facility). Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children. An attendant is on site whenever they're open. There are metal rails all around the outside, and inside as well, with occasional rod holders welded into the angle iron rails. The interior fishing area has an estimated 10' x 20' opening. As for restroom facilities, if you're squeamish, you'd better use a restroom before you come out. The only thing on site is an outhouse, which I didn't even dare venture into. I'm giving this 3 stars because it could use updating and some renovations (occasional broken deck boards can be a hazard). Otherwise, the convenience of having a place like this available to the public for those that can't afford their own boat, is awesome. Fishing was a little slow for me this day (windy, and I caught 5 crappie and 1 catfish, all on live minnows), but it's nice if you want to get away and relax. More info is available on their Facebook page (Dad's Crappie House). Come chec

Great Stay at Fort Richardson State Park and Historic Site…read moreWe had a wonderful time at Fort Richardson State Park and Historic Site. We stayed at Site #6, which was clean, level, and easy to access. The park itself is peaceful, well maintained, and full of history, with plenty of areas to explore and learn from. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the historic buildings added a unique touch to the visit. A great place to camp, hike, and experience a bit of Texas history -- we'll definitely be back!

We stayed in one of their air-conditioned cabins, which was quite a nice night for us. The staff…read morewas very nice. Town is not very far, with restaurants and a grocery store. The only reason i took a star off is there are two parts of the park. The area with the lake is several miles away, while you can camp on that side, there are no cabins. And the beach is nothing special. My other complaint was the showers are quite a walk from our cabin.

It is easy to use this shuttle-service on the Brazos River below the Pissum Kingdom Dam!…read more Rent canoes or kayaks if you don't have your own gear. If you do have everything you need; this is the best place to leave your vehicle for overnight river trips. There are 20 miles of beautiful scenery (and fishing opportunities) from the launch below the PK dam - to this takeout point. Wild tirkeys walked right beside us, while turtles and hawks ignored us. You may see wild animals, and you will certainly see gorgeous cluffs and vistas - but you won't find any evidence of modern life! This 20-mile float may take you back in time! Plenty of parking, and the family staff is VERY nice. I love the older lady; she reminds me of my grandmother!

I have been doing this for 30 years. I have never been bored on these canoe trips. We always catch…read moreplenty of fish and always do a fish fry on the river. The scenery is absolutely beautiful. For me rain or shine, it doesn't matter.

My husband and I toured Trickle Creek Ranch and absolutely fell in love. The venue is beautiful…read morewith an indoor and outdoor option. Not only did we love the venue we loved working with Ronda Odom. She was so sweet to us and was always ready to answer are many many questions. She made sure we stayed calm and informed during this crazy time in the world. Our wedding day was beyond perfect.

I struggle to find the words to explain how perfectly wonderful Trickle Creek Events is. Trickle…read moreCreek is truly a DREAM COME TRUE venue -- they nailed every detail and have EVERYTHING you need for your wedding day (large, cute bridal suite, adorable grooms cabin just outside the venue, large beautiful reception area) and the most gorgeous views for the ceremony by the large, old oak tree (that doesn't even need any extra decor). When you pull up to the venue, it looks like "Pinterest in real life!" Ronda & Darrell really have done a phenomenal job thinking of everything I didn't even know we would need. While we fell in love with the property, Ronda & Darrell are really what sold us; they are two humble, kind, and thoughtful owners. They do not nickel & dime couples, they are responsive, and they are flexible. I was able to use the venue for my bridal shoot for no additional cost. Our guests "oooh" and "wowed" at the venue/property and amenities ALL.DAY.LONG! We could not feel more blessed to have found Trickle Creek and Ronda & Darrell for our big day!

I want to live here lol It's beautiful, peaceful and the trees were showing off on the Saturday I…read morewas there Amazing colors of pink, yellow, orange - absolutely gorgeous. The staff was great. I enjoyed learning about the history of the property & the owners. Also, there's a small, hiking trail added by the city that you must visit :) I absolutely loved spending a few hours there. I highly recommend it. Additional perks: 1. It's reasonably priced. Huge surprise - it's only $5.00 2. The home isn't always open. It's fun to walk around the property, but the inside is cool as well and there's a lot of history inside, so check to see when it's open.

When we came here last month, we were appreciative of the maintenance of the gardens. The weather…read morewas beautiful and the changing colors of the leaves added to the serene atmosphere. The staff were kind enough to waive the entrance fee for Chandor Gardens. The gardens are peaceful, vibrant with plenty of places to sit and a decent walk. There is a nearby nature trail as well. Chandor Gardens are 3.5 acres filled with ancient Chinese architecture and resemblances of an English garden. Douglas Chandor, a native Englishman had a deep appreciation for Chinese architecture and for his home country England which is shown through Chandor Gardens.

Went to camp Grady Spruce what was suppose to be Monday -Wednesday and had to leave at midnight…read more The activities were great but the sleeping arrangements were not so great. Woke up to the cabin attached to us full of bed bugs and after searching our side we had bed bugs as well along with some bites. All in all had to pack all our things in bags and come home in the middle of the night. The staff did attend to us quickly.

They were great. Very affordable and accommodating we went off season as a family. They rented us a…read morelarge cabin at a very affordable rate