SURROUNDING ATTRACTIONS
Historic Downtown Clarksville
Clarksville and Red River County are older than the State of Texas - so there are a lot of historic sites to see! The historic downtown square beckons you to visit our antique shops, boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Enjoy the beautiful historic buildings and great shopping in downtown Clarksville, only 5 minutes away from CCC.
Red River County Courthouse
The Red River County courthouse, located just north of the square in Clarksville, was built in 1884. The limestone courthouse was styled as renaissance revival & second empire. An addition was added in 1910. If the outside doesn’t take you back in time, the inside certainly will. Find this beautiful structure located at 400 N Walnut St in Clarksville.
The Red River
If you like to fish or ride ATV’s the Red River can be a great spot to have fun. Located just 10 minutes north of CCC on Highway 37.
Lennox Woods Preserve
One of the most beautiful and pristine old-growth forests in the state, the 275-acre Lennox Woods Preserve is a vital refuge for several rare species of plant and animal communities supported by the waters of Pecan Bayou, one of the largest undammed watersheds in northeastern Texas. Lennox Woods Preserve is located along State Highway 37 about 5 miles north of CCC, and is open to the public during daylight hours. For more information about the Lennox Woods Preserve including directions, check out the Nature Conservancy’s website here.
Fireman’s Park
Fireman’s Park is a family picnic area and park located northwest of the city square. There is also a pavilion for barbecues and cooking. The park is located just 5 minutes away from CCC off of Commanche and Pecan St. in Clarksville.
The William Becknell/Robbinsville Historic Cemetery
Captain William Becknell is credited for establishing the Santa Fe Trail in 1821. The trail opened the west for trade and expansion. In 1835 Becknell relocated his family to Texas and Red River County. He became a landowner of significance, is believed to have fought in the battle of San Jacinto in 1836, in 1841 led local minutemen in the protection of settlers in frontier settlements, and was buried in Red River County in 1856. The historic cemetery can be found six miles west of Clarksville on US just off of Highway 82.