Mineral Wells

The discovery of medicinal qualities in the waters made Mineral Wells nationally famous in late 19th to early 20th centuries. It was said that the waters of the Crazy Well (discovered in 1885) could cure mental illness and a long list of other maladies. Today, modern health seekers, conventioneers, retired persons, hunters and fishermen enjoy mild climate and the surrounding Palo Pinto Mountains. Several outfitters provide canoe rentals and trips on the nearby Brazos River. A walking tour encompasses the historic downtown area. Be sure to inquire about the Beneficial Animal Teaching Society’s (B.A.T.S.) tours and field trips to see Bat World, a museum about bats, as well as guided field tours.

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway

2,853 acres of post-oak woodlands and grassy meadows surround 673-acre Lake Mineral Wells; extensive day-use picnic facilities on south side of lake, overnight facilities on north side. Abundant wildlife includes…

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Things to Do in Mineral Wells

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Holiday Hills Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Clark Gardens

Open since 2000, the gardens resulted from the vision of Max and Billie Clark, who…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Palo Pinto Museum

Old jail and log cabin, area history and artifacts. Open weekend afternoons in summer. One…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Visitor Information

Details and free literature about Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto Co. historic sites, campgrounds, accommodations…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Famous Mineral Water Company

Founded in 1904 by Edward P. Dismuke, The Famous Mineral Water Pavilion and Gardens is…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Crazy Water Well

Historical marker at intersection of U.S. 281/180 marks site of first mineral-water well in the…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Scenic Drives

Texas 4 (12 miles west of Mineral Wells at Palo Pinto) south to I-20 offers…

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