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| 6/11/2008 10:31:00 AM | Email this article • Print this article | Summertime fun is at county parks
By LISA BIRKMAN
Pct. 1 Commissioner
As summer begins and gas prices soar, many of you may be looking for fun things to do with the family that are closer to home.
Williamson County has a variety of park experiences that you can enjoy without straining your budget.
Our newest addition to our system is Champion Park.
This 34-acre park is in a lovely setting along Brushy Creek full of large shade trees.
It features a large pavilion, which is available for rental, picnic areas, a small water playscape, restroom facilities, trails and a fishing area. My family and I had a grand time there on Mother's Day as there is something for all ages.
The most unique and already well loved feature is the sand pit that has casts of dinosaur bones imbedded in it. Kids enjoy digging up the bones daily.
The park is located along Brushy Creek Road, about a mile east of Parmer Lane. The Brushy Creek Regional Trail runs through it.
For a larger water playscape, archery area, fishing and more, Twin Lakes Park is a great place to visit.
It was built in a partnership with the YMCA, and is located right behind the YMCA building at 2300 S. Bell Blvd. (also called Hwy. 183) in Cedar Park.
Another fun adventure, especially for the young and young at heart, is the Cedar Rock Railroad, located at the Williamson County Southwest Regional Park.
It is a miniature train that takes you on a leisurely 1.3 mile ride and operates every Saturday and Sunday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. for a cost of $2.50 per person.
For more information, go to www.cedarrockrailroad.com.
The park is located off FM 1431 on County Road 175 and also offers a disc golf course, sports fields and leagues, tennis courts and more.
For a fun day trip, or an overnight camping adventure, visit Berry Springs Park and Preserve.
This beautiful, 300-acre park is located just north of Georgetown, on County Road 152.
It is set in a large grove of pecan trees and is along Berry Creek.
A small area of the park explores the rich history of the site.
A small pond provides fishing opportunities. Primitive and improved campsites are available for overnight rental.
Much more information is available on our county website, www.wilcogov.org.
Or contact me at lbirkman@wilco.org, or 733-5380.
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