Discover Wills Point

There are several ways to explore Wills Point: the town’s history, the Wills Point Bluebird Trails, and nearby Lake Tawakoni State Park. If you’re looking for hotels in Wills Point, you can first consider whether you’re more interested in historic sites, the Bluebird designation, or outdoor activities. The brick streets and Rose Fountain are in Wills Point itself, while the state park is in the surrounding area.

Historic Points of Interest

William Wills’s double-block cabin is considered the oldest house in the area. The brick streets of Wills Point were completed in November 1922. These offer different perspectives on the area’s history: the cabin highlights its construction and William Wills, while the streets have a precisely dated completion year. Together, the historic themes span an individual house and the streetscape.

Another historic landmark is the Rose Fountain at the intersection of State Highway 47 (North Fourth Street) and North Commerce Street in Wills Point. It is listed as a “Recorded Texas Historic Landmark.” Ike Rose selected the Rose Fountain in 1916 as a gift of appreciation to the city. Damage to the marker was reported in October 2024. The dates refer to different events: the 1916 gift and the reported damage to the marker in October 2024.

Nearby Lake Tawakoni State Park

For outdoor and water activities, Lake Tawakoni State Park is located near Wills Point. Visitors can go boating, fishing, swimming, and paddling there. The landscape includes 376 acres of oak forest and more than five miles of shoreline. Boating and paddling are water activities, while fishing and swimming are other options in the park. Conditions and alerts can change; check them before your visit.

Bluebird Trails and Road Connections

Wills Point has been called the “Bluebird Capital of Texas.” The Wills Point Bluebird Trails extend for miles from downtown along major roads, including FM 47 and U.S. Highway 80. The trails are restricted to daytime use. Wills Point is on U.S. Highway 80, which serves as a reference point for both the town and the trail route.

The two nature-related attractions offer different experiences: the Bluebird Trails focus on the Bluebird designation, downtown, and roads, while the nearby state park combines water activities with oak forest and shoreline. You can tailor your trip to focus on the road-connected trails or the park and its water activities.

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