At Rough Creek (Included in Resort Fees)

• 1. Swimming

  Enjoy some fun in the sun or relax your tired muscles in our outdoor family pool complete with 66 foot slide, lazy river and hot tub.

• 2. Catch and Release Fishing

  Wake up early, get a bass boat or fish from the dock at the fishing shack at Mallard Lake. See if you can break the 11 lb. 4 oz. record!!

• 3. Wireless High Speed Internet

  Surf the web from your room or nearly anywhere else near the Lodge.

• 4. Tennis/Basketball

  Enjoy Tennis on our outdoor court then test out your Michael Jordan skills at the basketball court near the Fitness Center. Balls and Rackets are available at the Concierge Desk.

• 5. Zip Line and Mountain Climbing

  Challenge your rock climbing skills on our 40 ft climbing wall and then propel yourself 675 ft toward Mallard Lake on our Double Zip Line.

• 6. Kayak

  Our two-person kayaks are a great way to relax, exercise and explore Mallard Lake.

• 7. Fitness Center

  Enjoy the beautiful scenery while maintaining your fitness regimen at our 24 hour fitness center.

• 8. Watch A Movie

  Enjoy a night in your room curled up watching a good movie and some popcorn from our Video Library.

• 9. Video Games

  On a rainy day, borrow one of our Xbox Consoles and enjoy a game from our library. See the Concierge to have one set up in your guestroom. At the Kid's Ranch, try out your skills on one of our Wii Systems. Games available at the Concierge Desk.

   

• 10. Fossil Hunting

  Round up the kiddos for an excursion to search and dig for fossils. The fossil hunt includes a bag, picks to dig for fossils and an informative book describing the different types of fossils.

• 11. Ranch Tour

  View the abundant wildlife that calls Rough Creek home while taking a ranch tour on one of our South Texas style hunt trucks.

• 12. Dog Kennels

  Tour our dog kennels to see our great bird dogs and learn their names. It's noisy, doesn't smell great...but your kids will love it!

• 13. Golf Driving Range

  Do your best Tiger impression on our 300-yd. driving range. Men's, women's and youth clubs are available.

• 14. Horseshoes and Washers

  Challenge a friend to an old fashioned game of Horseshoes or Washers. We have pits next to the pergola behind and Main Lodge and near the Pavilion and Cabins.

• 15. Children's Playground

  Visit the Children's Playground and Tipi near the cabins and Pavilion. It has swings, a slide and a climbing wall to keep even our smallest guests entertained.

• 16. Bungee Trampoline

  Perform acrobatic flips and jump high towards the clouds while safely harnessed to bungees. This is great fun for everyone. Our Bungee Trampoline is located near the Lazy River Pool and the Zipline. Please see the Concierge for today's schedule.

• 17. Relax

  Dive into a good book while relaxing on our luxurious chaise lounge chairs under one of our cabanas or umbrellas. This is always a good way to soak up some sun. Stroll down to the poolside cabana and take in a lakefront view while indulging in your favorite beverage.

• 18. Biking and Hiking

  Discover what the hill country has to offer while biking through the countryside or hiking on one of our many trails.

• 19. Kid's Ranch

  We have a great new area for kids (of all ages!). The Kid's Ranch features foosball, air hockey, ping pong and the new Wii's. On most weekends and holidays, supervised educational activities are available and in the evening, children are invited to a party with nutritional meals and fun; mom and dad can have a nice, quiet dinner in the restaurant.

• 20. Nature Trail

  Enjoy our 5 mile nature trail around Mallard Lake. Visit the Enchanted Forest and enjoy the native wildlife surrounding Rough Creek.

• 21. Hayrides

  Schedule an old fashioned hay ride for a group of your friends or family.

• 22. S'mores

  Share stories around one of our two limestone fire pits while roasting marshmallows and indulging in rich, chocolaty s'mores.

• 23. Aqua Cycle Paddleboat

  Just like when you were a kid. It's a great way to explore Mallard Lake and have fun on the water.

• 24. Bird Watching

  Borrow a pair of binoculars if you're interested in bird watching and enjoying nature.

• 25. Gunn Mountain

  Challenge your athletic ability and climb to the top of Gunn Mountain, a spectacular view.

• 26. Petting Corral

  While at Rough Creek Lodge, you have to visit our newest friends, Gracey with her babies Sidewinder and Twister, the miniature goats, Cowboy, the mini-horse and rabbits that we can't keep up with to name!

• 27. Afternoon Snacks

  Enjoy a welcome lemonade or hot chocolate and fresh house made cookies in the Great Room or by the fireplace at the Carriage Entrance.

• 28. Loft Lounge

  Relax in our loft and challenge a friend to a game of chess or select from our variety of other board games.

• 29. Kite Flying

  Pick up a complimentary kite (in the spring and summer) and relax while your kite floats on the breezes.

At Rough Creek (Other Activities)

82 Things To Do While Visiting Rough Creek Lodge

• 30. Spas

  Relax your tired, aching muscles with a sumptuous massage our luxurious Spa with a View. Treatments include massages, facial, body wraps, manicures and pedicures. Services are available from 8:00am to 8:00pm, 7 days a week. Therapies are also available in the privacy of your guestroom. The Spa Pool is a quiet oasis overlooking Mallard Lake.

• 31. Horseback riding

  On 11,000 acres, 90-minute tours guided by our experienced wranglers or bring your own horse and enjoy the freedom of riding our trails....

• 32. Cattle Drive

  Get a group together and experience a Cattle Drive Rough Creek Style. This is an exciting way to see real cowboys at work and to move some cattle yourself!

• 33. Four Wheeling

  Explore the rugged terrain on a guided four-wheeling tour. Adult and youth ATV's available. Enjoy a private sunset ATV tour.

• 34. Exploring

  Rent one of our 6 passenger Kawasaki Mules or Polaris Rangers and explore Rough Creek Lodge and it's 11,000 acres.

• 35. Guided Fishing

  Enjoy a Guided Bass Fishing excursion on Mallard Lake or Chalk Mountain Lake. Our guides know all the hot spots.

• 36. Beginner Fly Fishing Lessons

  Expand your fishing capabilities and allow one of our guides to provide basic instructions on fly fishing.

• 37. Camping

  Stay in one of our comfortable rustic cabins in a private area. 3 cabins have fireplaces and 1 has a triple bunkbed for the kids!

   

• 38. Paintball

  Enjoy the Paintball recreation field, perfect for team or individual play. Our guides are always on hand to assist in this fun game.

• 39. Bird Hunting

  Treat your colleagues, friends, and clients to the finest Upland Gamebird Hunting, available September 30th through April 15th. Our mixed bag hunts include Bobwhite Quail, Pheasant and Chukar. We also have Dove and Turkey hunting during the Texas Parks and Wildlife seasons.

• 40. Deer Hunting

  Hundreds of additional acres of prime hunting land have been opened on our existing 11,000 acre ranch and we now offer Feral Hog, and Whitetail Deer hunting. Elk and Exotics are available on neighboring ranches. Ask a Wildlife Guide for more information.

• 41. Varmint Hunt

  Experience a Varmint Hunt at night. It's not something you will soon forget. Our guides can give you more information on what is available to hunt.

• 42. Sporting Clays

  Our new 10 stand Sporting Clays Course features multiple traps on each stand and is the finest course in the area.

• 43. Five Stand Shooting

  Enjoy a round of Five Stand Clay Shooting with the assistance of our professional hunting guides.

• 44. Wobble Trap Shooting

  A fast and furious game of Wobble Trap will test even the most experienced shooter.

• 45. Rifle Range

  Shoot and site in your rifle or pistol at our rifle range.

• 46. Shooting Instruction

  Sharpen your shooting skills with a private one on one shooting lesson.

• 47. GPS Navigational Challenge

  Bring a group of friends, relatives or colleagues and compete for first place in our GPS Navigational Challenge. It will test your outdoor skills.

• 48. Cooking Lessons

  Broaden your culinary capabilities by scheduling a private cooking lesson with our world renowned chef, Gerard Thompson.

• 49. Wildlife Spotting

  Take a guided spotlighting tour to watch our native wildlife's night time activities.

• 50. Weddings

  Get married at the Rough Creek Chapel and have a party in our stone Pavilion.

• 51. Picnic

  Take in the scenery while enjoying the wonderful cuisine of the Restaurant at Rough Creek Lodge while on a private picnic.

• 52. Video Golf

  Test your skills in the game of golf with our Video Golf Game located in the Lazy River Pool.

• 53. Business Services

  For those that can't seem to leave your work behind, we have a guest computer available for use with high-speed wireless internet access.

• 54. Softball

  Put together a team and participate in a softball game. We have all the equipment to enjoy this great American pastime.

Glen Rose Attractions (about 20 minutes away)

• 55. Art Museum

  Visit the Barnard Street Mill and Art Museum, the first permanent structure in Glen Rose, featuring work from many great artists, 254-897-2611.

• 56. Golf

  Make tee times at Squaw Valley Golf Course, in Glen Rose, on one of their two 18-hole courses, 800-831-8259.

• 57. Prehistoric Museum

  Catch up on some prehistoric history at the Creation Evidence Museum in Glen Rose, 254-897-3200. This museum was established for the purpose of excavating and displaying scientific evidence for creation.

• 58. Ghost Town

  Travel just a few miles down the road and visit an actual ghost town featuring the historic Masonic Lodge at Chalk Mountain, in operation since 1904.

• 59. Live Entertainment

  Listen to some live music under the stars at Loco Coyote Live Entertainment, 254-897-2324, call ahead for music schedule and ticket pricing.

• 60. Wildlife Center

  Drive the 9.5mile scenic wildlife park road in your own car at the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Visit the petting pasture, nature trails, and the Nature Store and Cafe. For tickets call 254-897-2960.

• 61. Somervell Expo Center

  Visit the Somervell County Expo Center on highway 67 for equestrian shows, concerts, car and boat shows, wrestling and rodeos, call 254-898-0640.

• 62. Brazos River

  Have an adventure in kayaking, canoeing, tubing and swimming on the Brazos River outside Glen Rose: Rhodes Rentals, 254-897-4214.

• 63. Oakdale Park

  Headquarter for family fun, visit Oakdale Park in Glen Rose. The park offers swimming and children's activities, playground, and snacks. Call for information, 254-897-2321.

• 64. Warm Country Heart Theater

  Dance on over to the Warm Country Heart Theater, in downtown Glen Rose across from the courthouse. Features country music from the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's. Reservations are recommended, please call 254-898-2065.

• 65. Texas Amphitheater

  Experience The Promise, the inspiring musical drama of the life of Jesus Christ, performed under the stars at the Texas Amphitheater every Friday and Saturday night June-October, purchase tickets at 1-800-687-2661.

• 66. Rummage Around

  Shop till you drop at Rummage Around, an antique shop on the square in Glen Rose, selling antiques, home, garden and such. 254-897-7007.

• 67. Dinosaur Valley State Park

  Visit Dinosaur Valley State Park and see the 113 million year old dinosaur tracks in the Paluxy River bed, 254-897-4588.

• 68. Comanche Peak

  Visit Comanche Peak, one of only two Nuclear Reactors in the state of Texas. Daily tours available, 254-897-5554.

Granbury Attractions (about 40 minutes away)

• 69. Granbury Rose

  Take a cruise on the Granbury Rose for their Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise, located on Hwy 144 at the Bridge Harbor Marina. Other dining times also available, call for reservations, 817-279-0204.

• 70. Granbury Live!

  Granbury Live showcases professional family entertainment within the guidelines of Christian values, 817-573-0303.

• 71. The Granbury Opera House

  The Granbury Opera House features great musicals in a wonderful historic theater. The Concierge can make arrangements for you, 817-573-9191.

• 72. Granbury Square

  Visit the historical Granbury Square with a variety of eateries, art galleries, and antique shops.

• 73. Brazos Drive-in

  Enjoy a movie at one of the last drive-ins in Texas at the Brazos Drive-In, 817-573-1311.

• 74. Lake Granbury

  Enjoy boating activities on Lake Granbury. Pontoon boats, ski boats and jet skis are available at various marinas. Contact the Concierge for arrangements.

• 75. Acton Cemetary

  Visit Acton Cemetery, the smallest State Park in the United States. Davy Crockett's widow is buried there.

• 76. Seven Separate Golf Courses

  Granbury is home to seven separate golf courses. Please contact the concierge to arrange tee times.

Stephenville Attractions (about 20 minutes away)

• 77. Stephenville Museum

  Visit the Stephenville Museum in historic Erath County, dedicated to collecting, preserving and educating.

• 78. Cowboy Walk of Fame

  View the Cowboy Walk of Fame in downtown Stephenville. The "Walk of Fame" is here to recognize the significance of the Western heritage that is an integral part of Stephenville and the surrounding area.

• 79. Lone Star Lanes

  Have a fun game of bowling at Lone Star Lanes, try to have a perfect game at the end of the day, 254-968-0440.

• 80. City Limits Honky Tonk

  Cowboy up at the City Limits, a true Texas honky tonk with live music and dancing, 254-968-5222.

Hico Attractions (about 20 minutes away)

• 81. Billy the Kid Museum

  Stop by the historical Billy the Kid Museum in search of legend and lore, 254-796-4004.

• 82. The Wiseman House

  The Wiseman House in Hico makes chocolates the old-fashioned way -- by hand. Chocoholics can taste the difference and casual connoisseurs enjoy the unique flavors of the gourmet candy, 254-796-2565.