Ben Wheeler

A small town in northeast Texas, Ben Wheeler was first settled in the 1840s. The weather in this area of the state an often be hot and humid in the summer, so finding a watering hole to cool off in is top priority. North is Rhine Lake and south is Callender Lake, both great places to go swimming, rent a boat, and spend the day strolling along the lakeshore. Head to the Burleson Wetlands for a great place to hike and view wildlife. For a quirky local event, head to Ben Wheeler around October 4th for their Annual Feral Hog Contest where they name a hog queen. Ben Wheeler is located on the outskirts of Dallas, making it convenient to get to for both city dwellers and those visiting from out of town. Head to Ben Wheeler, Texas for an unforgettable glamping experience.