Uncommon Man

Explore Cedar Hill State Park, a stunning urban nature preserve where you can take in breathtaking views of the limestone hills and rare prairie pockets or relax by the picturesque Joe Pool Lake. Plenty of outdoor activities exist, including mountain biking, bird watching, hiking, jogging, boating, fishing, and swimming. Bring your family to hike, bike, picnic, camp, geocache, and nature watch. You can even spend the night at one of the 350 developed campsites, all near restrooms with hot showers. All sites have water and electricity, and several are ADA-accessible.

If you're a fan of the classic TV show "Dallas," you won't miss the chance to visit Southfork Ranch and return to the world of JR Ewing and the rest of the Ewing family. The Ranch is open daily and offers visitors the chance to see memorabilia from the series, including the gun that shot JR, Lucy's Wedding Dress, the "Dallas" Family Tree, and Jock's Lincoln Continental. The tour begins at the Ranch Round-Up Visitors Center, where guests are picked up by a tram and taken to the famous Ewing Mansion. Along the way, knowledgeable tour guides provide a fascinating history of the Ranch, and guests can even see Texas Longhorns and American Quarter Horses. Whether you're traveling solo or part of a group tour, Southfork Ranch is open year-round and offers guided tours of the Ranch. In the "Dallas Legends" exhibit, visitors can see an exciting array of memorabilia from the series and relive some of its most thrilling moments.

If you're looking for a fun and exciting event to attend, you'll want to mark your calendars for GrapeFest. This annual festival is packed with a variety of events and activities, from wine tastings to family-friendly fun. While wine is certainly a major focus of GrapeFest, the festival takes pride in celebrating Texas wine specifically. The People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic, one of the festival's biggest events, is the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation and exclusively features Texas wines. With so much to see and do, GrapeFest is a must-attend event for wine lovers and families.