Places To Stay While Visiting Possum Kingdom Lake
Located about an hour outside of Fort Worth lies the quiet town of Possum Kingdom. Famously known for the song by The Toadies and for being the location of the annual Red Bull Cliff Diving competition – Possum Kingdom is home to beautiful scenery, great fishing and it’s the perfect place to get away for the weekend. If you’re considering a weekend getaway, then load up and head west.
Located on Possum Kingdom Lake in Graford, Lush Resort offers lakefront suites, bungalows, hotel rooms and RV sites for visitors to rent. As a family-friendly resort, Lush has plenty of amenities to offer their guests. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the bar and grill as it over looks the lake. Get your friends together and enjoy a day on the lake in one of the pontoon boat rentals. Start your day with a grueling workout before heading to the spa for a deep tissue massage. Or work on your tan at the lakefront swimming pool.
The next time you’re looking for a break from the stresses of life, seek out The Retreat on the peninsula at Possum Kingdom Lake. The Retreat has seven cabins on over three acres. Their cozy, furnished cabins come with attached covered porches for relaxing and watching the sun set. The Retreat is located across the street from a public boat ramp and The Dock, where you can peruse their selection of watercraft rentals.
Just 90 minutes from DFW International Airport and around the corner from Possum Kingdom Lake lies Wildcatter Ranch and Resort. Located on Highway 16 between PK Lake and Graham, Wildcatter Ranch is a beautiful escape from the city. The ranch is surrounded by nature, history and offers a one-of-a-kind upscale western adventure. From guided activities with local cowboys to hand-cut mesquite-grilled steaks at the steakhouse, this is the perfect place for a family getaway, a couples weekend, or even a wedding.
Need a place to sit back and relax? Visit Rock Creek Camp where you can unwind on a shady porch, feed the ducks or just enjoy lake life for a bit. Rock Creek has 16 rentals of various sizes available. Cabins come furnished and include a kitchenette with refrigerator and oven/stove, coffee maker, showers, bed linens, cable TV, picnic tables and charcoal grills. Rock Creek also has 13 RV hookups with water, electric and cable. There are also tent areas and public restrooms and showers available.
Golden Cove, now under new ownership, has gotten some well-deserved upgrades. Located on the peninsula, Golden Cove offers 11 cabins for rent, 100 mobile home sites and access to a boat launch. Each cabin includes a microwave, refrigerator, central heat & air, cable TV and linens. Barbecue grills and picnic tables are also available. Visitors can purchase food, drinks, lake gear and more at their general store. Don’t forget to check out WaterRush for watercraft rentals.
Want to do some camping? Grab the family and head over to Possum Kingdom State Park. You’ll have your option of an air-conditioned cabin or camp site. With over 300 miles of shoreline, this park is in no shortage of scenic views. For those looking to get active, stop by the park store to rent a canoe, water ski or wakeboard, and for those with little ones, sign them up to become a Junior Park Ranger.
Sitting on 13-acres to the west of Possum Kingdom Lake, Fox Hollow Resort has been helping their guest make memories since 1944. Whether you’re just grabbing lunch at the Hungry Fox Restaurant or staying in one of their cabins for a few days, this family-friendly resort works to provide you with the best service possible. From kayaks to paddle board rentals, full service boat docks to guided lake tours, Fox Hollow is one of the trendiest spots for guests to enjoy.
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