Ancient Trees & Rural Refuge

This 16-acre preserve features 8 acres of landscaped botanical gardens, trails & an event gazebo.

Stroll through rolling vineyard rows while sampling estate wines on the covered patio overlooking the Bosque River valley. Pair tastings with local cheeses and enjoy live music on weekend afternoons.

Indulge in homestyle comfort food and charming farmhouse ambiance that captures the essence of relaxed Texas dining.

Waco's crown jewel stretches along the Brazos and Bosque rivers with 416 acres of wooded bluffs, hiking trails, and scenic overlooks. Stroll the riverside paths through cedar and oak canopy while hawks circle the limestone cliffs above the water.

Stand over the nation's largest known concentration of Columbian mammoths at this remarkable dig site preserved in situ. A guided tour walks you through the nursery herd frozen in time 65,000 years ago beneath a protective shelter on the Bosque River bluffs.

Wander the open-air market surrounding Chip and Joanna Gaines' iconic grain silos, browsing home goods, local vendors, and artisan food trucks on the lively green lawn. Grab a cupcake from the bakery and soak in the unhurried atmosphere before hitting the road.