Possum Kingdom Lake is full of water recreation and outdoor activities

Possum Kingdom Lake is located in the foothills of Palo Pinto Mountains, at the Great Lake of Texas in Graford, Texas. The lake is over 18,000 acres of water surrounded by cliffs and rolling hillsides. The lake has first class dining, resorts, marinas and golf courses, along with outdoor activities such as boating, diving, fishing, hiking and cycling.

There are many features and activities available on the lake. The lake is listed as the best man made lake is Texas, There are trails for hiking, biking and wildlife observation around the lake, there is an annual Possumfest and BBQ Cook-Off in the first weekend of October year, possum is not cooked at this event! Visitors can Canoe or Kayak on the lake, watch fireworks during fourth of July celebrations and fish for bass, catfish, crappie and rainbow trout.

At Possum Kingdom Lake Cabin, B&B, hotel/motel, RV and tent camping sites are all available for lodging. The public areas are great for overnight camping and picnicking. There are not electric or water hook-ups on the camping sites and are available on a first come first served basis.

Cutting of trees is not allowed in the park so camp fuels and charcoal are allowed into the park. Pets are welcome but they must be on a leash at all times.

The lake is great for all boating activities such as skiing, tubing and wakeboarding. Sailing or personal watercraft. Boat permits are required for all boats using the lake and can be purchased at local vendors, chamber of Commerce and the Brazo'a River Authority Lake Office. Proceeds from the permits support recreational programs at the lake.

There is a nature trail at the lake through North Texas cedar and oak forest. The trail winds through the natural habitat of plants and animals that are native to North Texas. The trail can reach temperatures of up to 100 degrees in the summer so it is highly advised to bring plenty of water and dress appropriately.

It is believed that Possum Kingdom is called what it is after a peddler named Ike Sablonsky came to Texas in 1906. He came to the area to regain his health. He saw an opportunity to sell fur and hide as Palo Pinto hills was full of furry creatures. His best source of supply for the possum hides were from the cedar choppers and hunters in Northwest Palo Pinto County. He called the hunters and choppers `they boys from Possum Kingdom'. The name just continued to grow and grow...