We all have been there. Maybe you are tired of the average Joe dating routine where you head to Chilis or Hard-Eight to have a good time with that special someone. What would you do if I told you there was so much more to explore near Stephenville TX all under 100 miles near us?
Well here is a list of Unique dates that everyone will love!
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1. Paddle Board at Lake Granbury!
Lake Granbury has been around for long enough but the best part about this unique area is that its only 33 miles from Stephenville. Most people head over to Granbury for Dunkin Donuts or Panda but what is great about this water front area is the lake. Not only is the water top notch but there is a rental place there where you can paddle board for a couple hours. Best part is that Fido can come too! Not only will this curve your adventure but will also lighten up any date. Sun, buns and getting wet is always exciting on a date.. *Wink* *Wink*
*Dog friendly (Bring them on the paddle board with you)
*BYOB
*BYOF
*Exciting
Cost: $20 per paddle board for a hour and then $10 each extra hour. (You can both ride on one paddle board.)
Place: Lake Granbury Marina
Miles Away: 33 miles
Location: 2323 S. Morgan St. Granbury, TX 76048
Open: Monday- Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 11am-8pm
2. Mini Golf
Mini Golf. The date people tend to forget about but what I bet you didn't know there was a mini golf course in Stephenville TX! Not only is this little place a hidden wonder but the price is one you can't pass up. A little competition is good to figure out one another. Especially when you have a bet that the loser has to do. Best part is that you can bring your own beer as long as no families are there (usually after 10pm).
*Double date fun
*BYOB (after 10pm)
Cost: $5 per person a game
Place: J&D Golf Land
Miles Away: couple miles
Location: 644 East Rd. Stephenville, TX 76401
Open: Monday-Sunday 6pm-11pm
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3. Rangers Game!!
Quite honestly one of the most looked over dates people don't think about. You would be surprised by how cheap some of these games go for. I do advise that you eat before though due to the fact that the food is pricey unless you plan for what game you wanna go to. Make sure to see what dates they have $1 dollar hot dog day (5 hotdogs per person limit) but get them right before the game starts so you won't have to miss the game waiting in a long line. You can get cute photos at any location there either in your seats or in front of the TE_AS sign where y'all can try to make a X with your cute selves. Go Rangers!
*$1 hot dog day
*Can bring your own water in a small bag
*parking ranges from $20-25
Cost: $6-25 per seat
Place: Globe Life Park
Miles Away: 94 miles
Location: 1000 Ballpark Way. Arlington, TX 76011
Open: Dates vary!
4. Axe Throwing...
Sometimes you just need to throw a Axe to get some of that energy out from being drained from a work week. That's exactly what Axe Factory does in Ft. Worth. You get your own little section where they will guide you on how to throw a Axe. Who knows maybe you will be the next Jason Momoa with your beer at hand (beer not advised!) but just promise me one thing if you go.........don't go if there is conflict between y'all.... I don't wanna read about a axe being thrown at a significant other due to an article advising them that they will have a fun time... seriously guys please.
* Well behaved doggos allowed
*BYOF
*Double date fun
*Exciting
Cost: $25.97pp for a hour (1-3) throwers and $23.80pp for 2 hours (4+ throwers)
Place: Fort Worth Axe Factory
Miles Away: 81 miles
Location: 220 S Sylvania Ave Unit 110 Fort Worth, TX 76111
Open: Tuesday- Thursday 4pm-11pm, Friday 4pm-11pm, Saturday 12pm-11pm and Sunday 12pm-8pm
5. Drive in Movie Theater
This is one of the most American dates you can go on just like your grandparents did in the 40s. Either in a car or a truck you will have fun snuggling up to each other while watching not one but two shows for a decent price! Wanna bring the gang? As long as your car can hold them you can bring them too! Make the show more pleasant by bringing a couple blankets/ lawn chairs to sit in front of your car watching the show (bring small radio to put beside you though so you can enjoy hearing the show better.)
*Double date fun
*Close and Personal
*BYOF (just keep in car)
Cost: $20 a carload (but $15 a carload Sunday for one show).
Place: Brazos Drive-In Theater
Miles Away: 31 miles
Location: 1800 W Pearl St. Granbury, TX 76048
Open: Friday- Sunday 7:45pm-12am
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6. Tubing on Hillbilly Haven
Wanting to get drunk all day or just enjoy the sun? This is one of the best places to go to. This little tubing spot takes about 4-6 hours to complete giving you a good time for this long summer. Just make sure you bring sunscreen because you will get burned..... trust me. The sun will win. One of the best parts is that you can bring your own float so if you got a nice little two seater tube or wanna be the cool instagram model with the unicorn float you can take them with ya. Tubing is always fun with friends. The more the merrier! Just keep your belongings in your cooler though... too many phones have been lost to this river.
*Large group
*BYOB
*BYOF
*Dog friendly
*SUNSCREEN ADVISED
Cost: $17 per person ( $14 if you bring your own tub)
Place: Hillbilly Haven
Miles Away: 35 miles
Location: 10801 Interstate 20 West Milsap, TX 76066
Open: All Day during the summer (getting there before 12pm is advised)
7. Rock Climbing in a Silo
Got an itch for a little adrenaline. Hico has the perfect spot for you. This new tourist area is getting more and more interesting as the years go by with their winery's and chocolate factories but this little town holds one of the most interesting Rock climbing places in Texas. Not only do they have rock climbing on a silo but they also have added a zip line this year! Though this interesting date spot is closed during the summer there is still time to go climb when fall comes in. Think you got the guts to climb up this tall western wall? Well head on over to check off something unique to your bucket list.
*Exciting
*Not for the faint of heart
Cost: $10 per person to climb 2 times and play on the low ropes
Place: Siloville Climbing Gym
Miles Away: 21 miles
Location: 455 S Elm St. Hico, TX 76457
Open: Closed during Summer Tuesday 2pm-4pm, Friday 6pm-9pm and Saturday 1pm-8pm
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8. Hiking with Dinosaurs
Don't want to risk dropping from a Silo? Well you can still have a adventure by hiking Dinosaur Valley right in Glen Rose. A little bit of exercise is always good for bonding time. Not only will you see some amazing views but if you search around your surroundings you can find some dinosaur tracks all around the parks river that goes through Glen Rose. Bring the dogs out and if you wanna camp at this wonderful State park you can. Just make sure you pay the extra price for camping, Just make sure to clean up after yourself to keep this beautiful area beautiful for everyone else.
*Dog friendly
*Several trails
*Not your average Hike
*BYOF
Cost: $7 a person for the day
Place: Dinosaur Valley State Park
Miles Away: 29 miles
Location: 1629 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose, TX 76043
Open: Everyday 8:30am-10pm
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9. Shooting Like a Real West Texas Resident
Some may not be comfortable shooting or really have any want to pick up a gun. For those that have experience with guns and wanna have a nice date of shooting the crap out of some clay's this is the place. You can bring your .22, your shotgun or even your hand gun. This place has all the facilities for your shooting needs. Only requirement is that you must bring eye wear (shades or glasses) and earplugs. Also as my High School principle use to say "Don't do stupid stuff!" Don't be that couple that winds up at a hospital. Only go if one or both of you know how to use a gun.
*Exciting
*Bring eyewear and earplugs
*Dog friendly (Only if your dog is use to guns)
*BYOF
*BYOG
Cost: $10 per person shooting (about $20 for over 50 clays to shoot with the wobble machine.)
Place: Way-Out-West Shooting
Miles away: 27 miles
Location:16400 S Highway 281, Santo, TX 76472
Open: Tuesday-Sunday 8am-5pm closed Holidays
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10. Go to a Concert
According to a Australian study from 2014 concerts are the best way to not only lead to a happier life but a healthier relationship. There is just something about going to a concert with your significant other that just makes you smile from ear to ear. Thank you Stephenville for being one of the best places in the great state of Texas that brings country music to this wonderful small town every other weekend. Make sure to add this to your list of dates to go on too. Science says so *Wink*
*Fun for all
*Good for your Health
Cost: Between $7-$25 per person
Place: All around Stephenville
Miles Away: Varies
Location: Twisted J, City Limits, Bostocks and more
Open: Varies on dates (Can find out concerts playing with Bandsintown app)
