Why Stop In Johnson County???

Have you ever been on vacation and driven through a quaint little town and wondered about the people who live in the beautiful old homes on the tree-lined streets? Parks filled with families remind you of a painting or are reminiscent of your childhood. If you have encountered this emotion, more than likely you have already passed through Johnson County.
Burleson, being one of the largest cities and closest to the Metroplex, is known as the Crepe Myrtle Capital of North Central Texas. Alvarado, in eastern Johnson County, has an annual “Old Settler’s Reunion” in August with the best fiddling in Texas.
Cleburne, the county seat, boasts one of the most up-and-coming downtown areas in this region, starting with the beautiful renovation of the original 90-year-old high school, now the Guinn Justice Center. The 1912 Courthouse is in the midst of a historical renovation, as well.
The Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum with the world’s largest life-size steel silhouettes of the longhorn cattle drive depicts life in the mid-1800s on the Chisholm.
The Splash Station, a state-of-the-art aquatic recreational park, is the perfect way to cool down after your nice venture on the walking path that meanders, approximately one mile, shaded by beautiful stately oaks along Buffalo Creek.
During the holidays, you’ll not want to miss the famous “Whistle Stop” Christmas with the park donned in a breathtaking 2