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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Ollie #1 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
4.5 of 5 stars 117 reviews
Drive-through park where you can meet giraffes, rhinos, and antelopes.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Ranchs
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
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Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ollie #2 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
4 of 5 stars 74 reviews

Dinosaur Valley State Park is a wonderful destination for anyone who's into dinosaurs or the great outdoors.  Located in Glen Rose, Texas (just about 1.5 hours southwest of Fort... more »

Attraction type  State Parks
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Paluxy River
Ollie #3 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Texas' last undammed river.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Big Rocks Park
Ollie #4 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
4 of 5 stars 33 reviews

Big Rocks Park is just what the name says.  It is literally a park full of really large rocks to climb on and explore.  They are close to the river and there are shallow parts for... more »

Attraction type  Parks
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Dinosaur World
Ollie #5 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
3.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Creation Evidence Museum
Ollie #6 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Located in a pink metal building, this museum poses evidence to the evolution theory.
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  3.0 miles from city center
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The Green Pickle - Texas Beer Garden & Gallery
Ollie #7 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: The Green Pickle is a Texas beer garden specializing in Texas beers & wines. Whether you're here to relax, enjoy freshly made German sausage, listen...... more » Owner description: The Green Pickle is a Texas beer garden specializing in Texas beers & wines. Whether you're here to relax, enjoy freshly made German sausage, listen to good music, or look at artwork from a very talented artist, we know you and your family will enjoy! "There's No Place Like This Place, So This Must Be The Place!" « less
Attraction type  Country Western Bars
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Squaw Valley Golf Course
Ollie #8 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  2.4 miles from city center
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Tres Rios Park
Ollie #9 of 11 attractions in Glen Rose
2.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
A recommended side trip when staying in Hico, Texas for canoeing.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
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Barnard's Mill
The oldest structure in Glen Rose.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Somervell County Museum
Museum specializing in fossils.
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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