Athens Guide

Things to Do in
Athens

Athens has more going on than you might think. Here's what's worth your time.

  • Visit the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center on Lake Athens — aquariums, hatchery tours, and a casting pond
  • Fish for trophy bass on Lake Athens or head to Cedar Creek Lake for a full day on the water
  • Walk the Henderson County Courthouse square and browse the local shops downtown
  • Check out the Athens College Historic District for a look at the town's educational roots
  • Catch an Athens Hornets football game on a Friday night in the fall
  • Hit the Black-Eyed Pea Fall Harvest festival if you're here in October
  • Spend a morning at Geronimo Park — good for picnics, walking, and letting kids run
  • Take a day trip to Cedar Creek Lake for boating, swimming, or waterfront dining

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