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The land upon which Leonard, TX, now dwells was owned by the President of Texas up until 1845. He sold the land, and it changed hands several times over the years. In 1859, E.J. Leonard purchased a parcel of that land for $10,560, which is a little over $325,000 in today’s dollar. Unfortunately, Leonard died while traveling to Missouri a few short years later, and the land went unused until 1880. That year, the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad purchased the tract from Leonard’s heirs, and intending to create a town, named it after E.J. With the railroad station built, a small settlement grew around it.

Leonard is best known for its annual Picnic, which has been held since 1880. The festival, usually held in July, runs for three days and includes events like carnivals, fishing tournaments, a pageant, and fireworks.

The closest large town is Bonham, about 17 miles north. Roughly at the halfway point in between Dallas and several major outdoor attractions like Lake Texoma, renting an RV in Leonard, TX, is a smart move for outdoor enthusiasts.

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The Great Outdoors

Skip the hotel without sacrificing comfort. An RV rental makes enjoying the outdoors extremely comfortable. Cooper Lake State Park (sometimes referred to as Jim Chapman Lake) is a modest 20,000-acre lake park with several miles of hiking trails that are shared with horseback riders. Several species of mammals make their home here, including the sly gray fox, nine-banded armadillo, bobcat, and white-tailed deer. Fishing is a welcomed activity; anglers can expect to catch blue and channel catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, and hybrid striped bass. The lake has docks, ramps, fishing piers, and even a of couple fish-cleaning stations. Bring a Leonard travel trailer rental. The campground, though small, has hookups. Note: All horses must have proof of a negative Coggins test.

Texas has its share of fossils. One of the closest known sites, near Ladonia, is a hidden gem that can be difficult to find (ask a local if you need help). From a small, sheltered parking lot, take a dirt trail that weaves through trees and shrubbery, following the sound of babbling water. The stream flows over a rocky bed that was the floor of a vast, shallow sea. Rockhounds and fossil hunters have found shark teeth from long-gone Carcharodon (often referred to as megalodon shark), fossilized bones, and pieces of petrified wood. After heavy rainfall, hunters sometimes will find ammonites and ancient oyster shells.

RV Parks

When you book an RV in Leonard, TX, be sure to figure out where you’ll park overnight while you grab a few hours of sleep. In northern Texas, there are hundreds of RV campgrounds and parks to choose from. The Five Rivers Motel and RV Park in the outskirts of the town is an older facility, though it does offer full hookups, WiFi, and the lots are adjacent to the city park.

Skydive Spaceland-Dallas could be an interesting option. Outside Whitewright, the RV park is on a private airstrip, and hookups and restroom access are included. Campers can also enjoy watching skydivers on their thrilling freefalls from 14,000 feet above the earth.

Exploring the City

Surprising very few, getting anywhere interesting in wide-open Texas takes a little more time than in an urban spot like Dallas. A Leonard motorhome rental makes traveling more convenient. Hit the road, exploring the tiny towns dotting the rangeland, and search for little out-of-way shops, cafes, and pubs. Desert Creek Honey in Blue Ridge works with the local restaurants in a farm-to-table program and also sells directly to consumers. The owner, who hand-collects the honey from local hives that dot the farms in the area, sells raw, unfiltered honey. Beekeeping classes are also offered.

Freshly ripened fruits and vegetables grown on rich, healthy soil cannot compare to the produce purchased in a commercial grocery store. Many farms in this part of Texas country are family-run businesses who are reliant on the local economy to keep going. Several have set up produce stores and you-pick farms to tempt people. Good Earth Organic Farm not only has a wide range of you-pick fruits and vegetables, including sweet strawberries, they also sell lamb and sheep meat in their market shop. The produce in the shop is available on a seasonal basis.

It seems like almost every town in north Texas has its own donut shop. Before you head out of town, stop at Rosie’s, who is a local mainstay, and grab a baker’s dozen of buttery, sweet donuts that melt in your mouth. They’re so mouthwatering good that locals are known to drive an hour out of their way to get a boxful. Rent an RV in Leonard, TX, gain an adventure and memories to last a lifetime.

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