Toss out everything you know about family vacations. Nights under starry skies on Gunn Mountain, days spent learning to fly-fish, or fossil hunting on grass-covered hills. Invite your family and friends for surprises at every turn, redefining the traditional family getaway.

There are lots of family friendly activities for quality time in unlimited quantity. Sun-drenched afternoons by the pool, S’mores by the firepit, mountain biking, or a hike to the top of Gunn Mountain create memories that last a lifetime.

Click on the links below to learn more about Rough Creek’s activities:
In or Near Main Lodge
Local Excursions

In or Near Main Lodge

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Firepits
Three hand-crafted limestone firepits are perfect for an after-dinner stroll.

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Fireplace
Lakeside terrace

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S’mores
Those childhood favorites of chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker are available for firepit toasting for $5.

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Great Room and Cabana Bar
Enjoy Rough Creek Signature Margaritas, fine Scotches, and a great wine selection. Cigars are also available for your enjoyment on the Terrace.

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Chef’s Table
In the Loft overlooking the Great Room, Chef Thompson and his staff offer distinctive dining and five-star attention. Seating for up to 14. Advance notice is required.

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Videos/XBox
A wide variety of titles are available in the Gift Shop, as well as XBox consoles for your family.

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Shopping
Our Gift Shop offers fine clothing, desk accessories, body and soap products, and distinctive Rough Creek barware. Last-minute supplies are also available.
Binoculars
For bird-watching or to take along on a Ranch tour. Contact the Concierge.

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Video Games
PGA Tour Golf Championship Edition has 19 different courses. $2 per 3 holes per person. The machine is self-operating. Coins or bills are accepted, but the machine does not make change. Located in the Beretta Room.

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Television
50” plasma TV is located in the Great Room for guest enjoyment. There is Satellite TV in each Guestroom.

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Newspapers
The Concierge has select newspapers available each morning.
Cooking Classes
Chef Thompson and his staff offer cooking and grilling classes. From $50 per person, with a minimum of ten guests. This special event requires advance notice.

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Wine Tastings
Chef Thompson and his staff introduce wines and offer insights into grapes, varietals, and other aspects of wine tasting. Wine offerings may vary. From $25 per person, plus the cost of wines selected and consumed.

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Swimming Pool
Pool umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a seasonal Cabana Bar invite you to linger and prolong your relaxing afternoon. Located adjacent to the Terrace, overlooking Mallard Lake.

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Hot Tub
Go from pool to Hot Tub without missing any of the action, or losing sight of the kids.

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Fossil Hunting
Our resident fossil-hunter will provide you with a pick and a bag, and take you on an excursion to discover the many fossilized wildlife and arrowheads that have been left on Chalk Mountain for thousands of years. $10 per person, with a four-person minimum.

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Local Excursions

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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Fossil Rim is a nine-mile scenic wildlife drive featuring threatened and endangered animals.

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Dinosaur Valley State Park
Dinosaur Valley has dinosaur tracks and two life-sized dinosaur replicas in Paluxy River streambed.

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The Promise Outdoor Theater
The Promise presents the 17th season of musical epic drama based on the life of Jesus Christ.

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Squaw Valley Golf Course
Challenging and wooded 36-hole public course. We can set up private lessons through Squaw Valley Country Club. Golf pros are available for $50 per hour for individuals and with four or more guests; lessons are $30 per hour, per person.

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Canoe & Kayak Brazos River
Contact the Concierge for schedules and arrangements.

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Glen Rose
Glen Rose is the Dinosaur Capital of Texas and America’s Dream Town 2004

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Granbury
Granbury’s Historic Courthouse is in the “Best Town Square in Texas”

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Hico
Hico is the hometown of Billy the Kid, bordering the Bosque River

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Stephenville
Stephenville is the Erath County seat and “Cowboy Capital of the World”

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Rough Creek Lodge
 Call 800.864.4705
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5165 County Road 2013
 Glen Rose, TX 76043

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