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Cedar Hill State Park in Cedar Hill, TX is primarily a recreation destination for most park visitors. With the proximity to Joe Pool Lake, fishing is park staple and with over 350 developed campsites the park welcomes many campers throughout the year. However it also offers a unique and historic look at the past due to the remnants of the 19th century Penn farm. |
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The Penn Farm was the home of John Anderson Penn who settled in the North Texas area in 1854. The farm stands today for visitor to tour seven days a week. The reconstructed and historic buildings, as well as antique farm equipment, serve as a doorway to the past for park visitors and for the animals that live on the farm. |
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Facts
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| Hours: | Vary |
| Fees: | Adult: $5.00 per person Children 12 & Under: Free Campsites: Regular (Developed): $15.00 per night Primitive: $7.00 per night |
| Camping Facilities: | 355 Developed sites (with water, electricity, a
fire-ring, a lantern pole, and a picnic table. Bathrooms within
walking distance). 30 Primitive sites. |
| Hiking: | 4.5 miles of hiking/backpacking trails 10.3 miles of mountain bike trails |
| Other Facilities & Features: |
Joe Pool Lake Penn Farm Grocery Store Boat Rentals |
| Other Stuff: | Great bird watching area Compost demonstration site |
| Close To: | City of Cedar Hill; DFW Metroplex; Dallas Zoo; Dallas World Aquarium; Dallas Nature Center; Dallas Museum of Natural History; Billy Bob's Texas; Fort Worth Nature Center; Fort Worth Stock Yards; Fort Worth Water Gardens; The Science Place & much more! |
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