Bonham -- Visitors now have a new reason to visit Bonham State Park.
This scenic 261-acre state park already offered miles of hiking, jogging and mountain bike trails. Photography fans are fond of an abundance of waterfowl and wildflowers that dot the park's verdant rolling hills. Fishermen enjoy solitude that awaits at the no-wake, 65-acre lake.
Ever since the park opened in 1935, this has been a favorite place to picnic and camp.
History buffs come to this peaceful setting to appreciate the seemingly timeless craftwork that went into limestone buildings constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s.
Now canoe enthusiasts and anyone that enjoys a fun way to exercise will be gliding through the usually calm water of the 65-acre lake that Bonham State Park is built around.
Canoe rentals are reasonably priced at $10 for one hour, $15 for two hours, four hours for $25, or 24 hours for $50. All prices include tax.
Rental includes paddles and life jackets.
All payments due at time of rental
NO REFUNDS ON ANY RENTALS
Must be 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license or state issued ID card
All children under 13 years of age must wear a life jacket at all times
All canoes must be returned by 4 P.M.
From TPWD website:
Schedule: Open: Headquarters hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The park is open 7 days a week year-round. There is no gate. An honor box is located at headquarters for after-hours collection. Check the Calendar for events and access restrictions scheduled within the next 3 months.
Phone: 903-583-5022 -- Directions: To reach the park, go 1.5 miles southeast of Bonham on State Highway 78 to FM 271, then two miles southeast on FM 271; enter on Park Road 24. Bonham Location Map 
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