Local Area Attractions Near Texarkana KOA Journey

We are just 64 miles from Caddo Lake, an easy scenic drive through the Piney Woods and Bayou of East Texas.

Ace of Clubs House

Ace of Clubs House

Group tour rates and guided tours are available. The Ace of Clubs is a uniquely designed house built in 1885. Legend has it that entrepreneur James H. Draughon built the 22 sided house with the winnings from a poker game and that the winning card was the Ace of Clubs. Each room represents a specific period in the history of the house and reveals interesting insights into the life-style of the families who lived there. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am to 4 PM. Website: Ace of Clubs

420 Pine St

Texarkana, TX 75501

903-793-7108

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Texarkana Historical Museum

Texarkana Historical Museum

219 State Line Ave. 903-793-4831 Admission: Adults $2, Children and Students $1, Senior Citizens $1.50. Located in the oldest brick building in Texarkana, the Historical Museum offers a wide range of exhibits. Visitors will enjoy the Victorian Parlor; Grandma's Kitchen; and replicas of a Doctor's Office, an 1890's Farmstead model; and other displays depicting the early history of Texarkana. There is also an exhibit that focuses on the Caddo Indians that lived in the area and includes Caddo pottery, tools, and other artifacts. The Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

219 State Line Ave

Texarkana, AR 71854

903-793-4831

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Historic Old Washington

Historic Old Washington

Established in 1824, this historic town was an important stop for pioneers travelling to Texas. Guided walking tours are offered visiting the local Confederate Capitol, Tavern Inn, Blacksmith Shop, Weapons Museum, and several residences. This attraction is an approximate 33 mile drive from our campground. http://www.historicwashingtonstatepark.com/

Millwood Lake

Millwood Lake

Millwood Lake is located on Hwy. 32, nine miles east of Ashdown, in the lowlands of southwestern Arkansas. Of the 29,500 acres inundated by the lake, approximately 6,000 acres are cleared. On the remaining 23,500 acres, the dense growth of timber and brush was left standing, providing an excellent habitat for the wide variety of fish native to this area. Cleared boat lanes, old roads and creek and river channels provide access to the favorite fishing places on the lake. For more information visit Millwood Lake online.

Wright-Patman Lake

Wright-Patman Lake

On the Sulphur River in Bowie and Cass counties, 10 miles from Texarkana KOA. Predominant Fish Species include largemouth bass, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, crappie, sunfish, white bass, hybrid striped bass. For further information visit Wright-Patman Lake online.

Cossatot River

Cossatot River

The parkland/natural area extends for 11 miles along one of Arkansas' wildest and most spectacular streams. The river includes Cossatot Falls, a rugged and rocky canyon which challenges the skills of the most experienced white water canoeists and kayakers. Including Class IV rapids, the Cossatot River is not recommended for inexperienced or ill- equipped floaters. Floatable river levels are usually limited to fall, winter and spring. The Cossatot, however, is not just for floaters. The stream offers something for nearly everyone interested in Arkansas's outdoors. The Arkansas Hwy. 246 bridge over the Cossatot is 85 miles from Texarkana KOA. For more information visit Cossatot River online.

Music City Texas

Music City Texas

Music City Texas located in Linden, Tx 40 miles south of Texarkana is a result of the artful renovation of the Linden American Legion Auditorium built in 1948-50. Celebrating its Grand Opening in May of 2003, the theater is now and will continue presenting an array of quality entertainment, ranging from nationally known artists to regional and local entertainers from all genres of music. http://www.musiccitytexas.org/index.html

Historic Jefferson, Texas

Historic Jefferson, Texas

Situated on Big Cypress Bayou, Jefferson was from 1844 - 1872 the "Riverport to the Southwest." Today, Jefferson is a quaint small town featuring tour attractions reminiscent of its heyday. Its streets are lined with antique and gift shops stocked with unique treasures. Horse-drawn carriages and trolleys tour along the original brick streets. Just one block away from downtown are riverboat tours of Big Cypress Bayou, the same waterway once traveled by stern-wheelers. Located approximately 63 miles from the campground, Jefferson offers shopping, dining, and many attractions. Visit the website at http://www.jefferson-texas.com/

Four States Auto Museum

Four States Auto Museum

The Museum contains a rotating (every three months cars are changed out) display of some 22 vehicles representing four-to-five decades of auto manufacturing along with varied related items; library with automobile related books, periodicals, and newsletters.

217 Laurel St

Texarkana, AR 71854

870-772-2886

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Caddo Lake Boat Tours

Caddo Lake Boat Tours

Come take a boat tour on one of the most scenic and beautiful lakes in the South. Caddo Lake is approximately 26,000 acres of Bald Cypress trees, Spanish moss, abundant wildlife, and scenery that you will never forget. The lake has everything from swamps, bayous and river ways that create a one of a kind experience.

510 Cypress Drive

Uncertain, TX 75661

903-570-2169

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Harrison County Museum

Harrison County Museum

Harrison County Historical Museum offers two locations in downtown Marshall, Texas. Come visit and experience Harrison County's rich history and culture through the decades. We have interactive materials for all ages, including kids.

1 Peter Whetstone Square

Marshall, TX 75670

903-935-8417

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1923 Banana Club

1923 Banana Club

Located inside the basement of the Historic 1894 City Market building, is the 1923 Banana Club, the only place in Texarkana where you can time travel to the year 1923.
By joining our closed, private members group on Facebook “1923”, you can get the special door code for entry. (Boss can and will change code at any time. Code will only be posted in private members group, "1923".)
When you enter, you enter one of the coolest places on earth, and you naturally become cooler yourself.
Open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with live Blues and Jazz music, you are invited to one of the classiest places to sip a drink, have an appetizer, or a great over the top dessert.
Locally created artwork is available for sale as it decorates the Speakeasy.
Home to one of the most interesting bars anywhere, the bar is hand made from 100 year old materials.
Travel to a past time of prohibition, travel to 1923.

223 E. Front Street

Texarkana, AR 71854

903-824-7674

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Cass County Texas Courthouse Linden

Cass County Texas Courthouse Linden

The Cass County Courthouse, originally constructed in 1861 and the only continuously functioning antebellum courthouse in Texas, has been altered several times since its initial construction. The restoration date for the building was 1934 due to dramatic structural alterations to the roof, the introduction of pigmented stucco to the exterior, and the existence of nearly all historic fabric from this period. The project involved removing a 1980s addition and restoring all 1934 exterior and interior public spaces including decorative finishes, and the restoration and replication of original light fixtures and globes, as well as updating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and improving accessibility to meet ADA. The courthouse was rededicated on Feb. 18, 2012.

100 East Houston St

Linden, TX 75563

903-756-5071

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Railyard Entertainment District

Railyard Entertainment District

The Rail Yard Entertainment District includes a five-block area of downtown Texarkana, Arkansas where guests aged 21 and older can carry alcoholic beverages in approved open containers in public spaces within the boundaries of the district.The Entertainment District hours are Monday through Saturday between the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 a.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to midnight.The local Texarkana bars and restaurants included in the Rail Yard Entertainment District are:

  1. Hopkins Icehouse
  2. Zapata's
  3. Crossties Event Venue
  4. The Frozen Rail
  5. Broadway Sports Bar and Billiards
  6. Rail yard Saloon
  7. The Hideout

Texarkana visitors and residents can enjoy delicious food, drinks, live music, and more in the Rail Yard Entertainment District. This new district adds vibrancy to the flourishing downtown area. We invite guests to experience all that Texarkana has to offer, like our unique food scene and local attractions.

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P.J. Ahern Historical Home

P.J. Ahern Historical Home

Cherished for its Classical Revival style and its history as one of the oldest homes in Texarkana, the P.J. Ahern Home draws visitors from all around. P.J. Ahern, one of the most influential people to live in Texarkana, built the home in 1906 and his descendants still own it today.

403 Laurel St

Texarkana, AR 71854

903-793-4831

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Bringle Lake Park East

Bringle Lake Park East

Bringle Lake Park East, located on Bringle Lake Park Road is the newest addition to the Texarkana Parks and is also adjacent to University Drive. This secluded 8 acre park sits on the east side of Bringle Lake and is a small step into the wilderness with abundantly beautiful trees and natural surroundings. The park features a floating fishing pier for the outdoorsman, playground equipment for the kids and 10 single pavilions for small gatherings. Bringle Lake East is also a trailhead to the new Bringle Lake Boardwalk that will take you on a relaxing walk and into the Bringle Lake West Park. This parks is for daylight use only.

Features: 

  • Bike Trail
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Lake
  • Parking
  • Picnic Areas
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Walking  Trails

7500 Bringle Lake Rd

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Texarkana, TX 75501

903-798-3978

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Federal Building

Federal Building

Stand in two states at once at one of America's most photographed courthouses in Downtown Texarkana—half in Arkansas, half in Texas. America's Second-Most Photographed Courthouse This place wasn't built on the state line as a gimmick. It's here because Texarkana has always been two towns, living side by side. One foot in Arkansas. One in Texas. And this building has seen some things, including big lawsuits and federal trials like the kind you hear about on the national news. Here's a stat you didn't expect: this is the second most photographed federal courthouse in the entire country. Only the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. gets snapped more.This post office in Texarkana—not a capital city, not a tourist trap—draws more cameras than all but the most supreme courthouse in the country.

500 N Stateline Ave

Texarkana, AR 71854

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