Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, Texas, United States

Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike. Join Park Interpreter David Owens on a wild walk, crawl and scoot through some of the most remote areas of beautiful Penitentiary Hollow. This is a strenuous walk involving some crawling through tight spaces in rock cracks, crevices and short caves. Expect […]

Palo Pinto County Livestock Show

Palo Pinto County Livestock Association Arena 800 FM 1821 N, Mineral Wells, Texas

The annual Palo Pinto County Livestock Show and Sale is a great opportunity to support our fantastic young people in agriculture who have not only learned how to care for livestock, but they have also learned about competition, showmanship, respect for others, responsibility, hard work and dedication for achieving goals. Come on out Tuesday, January […]

Bird Walk on the Trailway

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, Texas, United States

Join our guided birding walk on the State Trailway. How many species can we find? Join our park ranger for a birding walk on the State Trailway. We will locate and identify birds of the Cross Timbers area. We will begin our walk at the Weatherford Trailhead, located on the eastern end, near Cartwright Park in […]

Saturday Signings – Kevin VanDuser

Glass Castle Books 206 N Oak Ave, Mineral Wells, Texas

Up next... Kevin VanDuser!! Stop in this weekend and pick up a copy of his journals: "Guide to the Hiking and Biking Trails of the Carbonate Cross Timbers of Texas," "Possum Kingdom Journal Vol. 1," and "Possum Kingdom Journal Vol. 2"!! Kevin is incredibly knowledgeable about our little slice of the Lone Star state. Come […]

Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, Texas, United States

Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike. Join Park Interpreter David Owens on a wild walk, crawl and scoot through some of the most remote areas of beautiful Penitentiary Hollow. This is a strenuous walk involving some crawling through tight spaces in rock cracks, crevices and short caves. Expect […]

Live Music – Ashleigh Lamport and Adam Hull

Crazy Spirits Ranch 852 Montgomery Rd, Mineral Wells, Texas

Live music at Crazy Spirits Ranch. Performances by Ashleigh Lamport and Adam Hull with Sammi Thomas on January 11th from 6-11pm.

3P’s In a Vine – Wine Tasting

Bankhead Texas Wine Bar 104 W Hubbard St, Texas

Join us this Sunday as we host a wine tasting from one of our favorite wineries, 3 P's In A Vine out of Athens, Texas! Learn from the wine makers themselves, hear their story and taste their exclusive and delicious wines! Space is limited. Purchase tickets online @bankheadtexaswinebar.com or in person at Bankhead Texas Wine Bar.

Palo Pinto County Fair

Palo Pinto County Sheriff's Posse Building 1300 FM 1821, Mineral Wells, Texas

The Palo Pinto County Fair is open to all residents of Palo Pinto County or students enrolled in a school in Palo Pinto County. (Jan 15-16, 2025 - rescheduled dates) The following are the entry divisions: Art - Photography - Needlework, Quilting & Sewing - Hobbies & Crafts - Baked Goods & Candy - Shop […]

Cross Timbers Bird Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, Texas, United States

Join our guided birding walk in the park. How many species can we find? Reservations required. Make reservations by calling (940) 328-1171, x222. Join our Park Ranger on a birding walk in the park. We will locate and identify birds of the Cross Timbers area.   We will have binoculars on hand to loan to those […]

Homeschool – Geology Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells, Texas, United States

Bring your kids to an outdoor classroom at Lake Mineral Wells State Park! We will take a hike through Penitentiary Hollow and learn about general Geology and geology of the park. We will meet at the Penitentiary Hollow Trailhead. The cost is free for homeschool groups or homeschool families. Dress for the weather, bring walking […]