Things to Do in Granbury, Texas
Lake days, a historic town square, dinosaur tracks and Texas wine, all within a short drive of Ember & Oak Retreat in Canyon Creek.
Lake Granbury
Canyon Creek sits on the south side of Lake Granbury, about a 5-minute walk from the water. The lake is a long, narrow reservoir on the Brazos River, made for slow mornings, fishing and sunset cruises.
- Canyon Creek boat ramps & fishing docksLake access inside the neighborhood, steps from the house.Canyon Creek
- City Beach ParkA sandy beach and splash park downtown, with kayak rentals in summer.505 E Pearl StWebsite
- Lake Granbury MarinaPontoon, kayak and paddleboard rentals for a day on the lake.2323 S Morgan StWebsite
- Public boat rampsFree Brazos River Authority ramps at Thorp Spring, Hunter Park and DeCordova Bend.Website
Historic Granbury Square
Named a USA TODAY 10Best "Best Historic Small Town," the square was the first in Texas listed on the National Register of Historic Places, built around the 1890 Hood County Courthouse.
- Granbury Opera HouseAn 1886 opera house with musicals, concerts and seasonal shows.116 E Pearl StWebsite
- Granbury LiveLive music and shows near the square.Website
- Hood County Jail MuseumThe historic county jail, open on weekend afternoons.208 N Crockett StWebsite
- Granbury Ghosts & Legends TourA guided evening walk through the square's history and ghost stories.119 E Bridge StWebsite
- Brazos Drive-InA classic drive-in movie theater, showing films since 1952.1800 W Pearl StWebsite
Glen Rose day trips
Glen Rose is an easy drive south, with dinosaur tracks, wildlife and the Paluxy River. Pack a picnic and make a day of it.
- Fossil Rim Wildlife CenterA 7.2-mile self-drive safari through 1,800 acres with 1,100+ animals. Feed the giraffes from your car.Glen RoseWebsite
- Dinosaur Valley State ParkReal dinosaur tracks in the Paluxy River bed, plus hiking trails.Glen RoseWebsite
- Dinosaur WorldAn outdoor walk among life-size dinosaur models; a hit with kids.Glen RoseWebsite
- Big Rocks ParkClimb the giant boulders along the Paluxy River.Glen RoseWebsite
- Acton State Historic SiteThe grave of Elizabeth Crockett, wife of Davy Crockett.ActonWebsite
Wineries & breweries
Granbury has a lively tasting scene, from tasting rooms on the square to wineries in the countryside.
- dVine WineWinery and tasting room right on the historic square.107 E Bridge StWebsite
- Barons Creek VineyardsDowntown tasting room with an upstairs loft for groups.Website
- Barking Rocks WineryA countryside winery with a relaxed tasting room.1919 Allen CtWebsite
- Brew AleworksLocal craft brewery and taproom.715 Autumn Ridge DrWebsite
- Granbury Wine ToursGuided tours to boutique wineries, so nobody has to drive.Website
Where to eat & drink
- 1890 Grille & LoungeSteaks and cocktails on the square115 E Pearl StWebsite
- Ketzler's Schnitzel HausGerman food and a beer garden201 E Pearl StWebsite
- The French BistroFrench bistro classics113 W Bridge StWebsite
- Babe's Chicken Dinner HouseFamily-style fried chicken114 W Pearl St
- Farina's Winery & CafeItalian, with house wines202 N Houston StWebsite
- Hoffbrau Steak & Grill HouseTexas steakhouse315 E US Hwy 377Website
- Fuego Mexican FoodTex-Mex1030 E US Hwy 377
- Cari's DinerBreakfast and diner favorites2113 E US Hwy 377Website
- Paradise Bistro & Coffee Co.Coffee and lunch on the square129 E Pearl StWebsite
- Brew DrinkeryCoffee by day, craft beer and wine by night206 E Pearl St
Granbury events through the year
Event weekends book up early. Dates change each year, so check the organizer's site before you plan.
- FebruaryGranbury Jazz FestivalJazz performances around town.
- Early JulyRed, White & CelebrateGranbury's Fourth of July: parade, music and fireworks over the lake.Event details
- Labor Day weekendLabor Day Weekend FestivalLive music, vendors and family activities.Event details
- Late OctoberHarvest Moon Festival of the ArtsArtists and makers fill the square, a tradition since 1979.
- NovemberGranbury Wine Celebration: Holiday EditionWine tastings to start the holiday season.
- Late NovemberNight of Lights Christmas ParadeThe square lights up to start Christmas in Granbury.Event details
Driving to Granbury
Granbury is in Hood County, southwest of Fort Worth. Approximate drive times to town (allow extra for traffic):
| From | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | ~40 mi | 45–55 min |
| DFW International Airport | ~65 mi | ~1 hr 15 min |
| Dallas | ~70 mi | ~1 hr 20 min |
| Dallas Love Field | ~75 mi | ~1 hr 35 min |
| Waco | ~85 mi | ~1 hr 40 min |
| Austin | ~175 mi | ~3 hr |
From the house: about a 5-minute walk to Lake Granbury, 10 minutes to the historic square and 15 minutes to Glen Rose and Fossil Rim.
Make Ember & Oak your Granbury base
Four bedrooms in a gated lake community, minutes from everything on this page.