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It is a popular day vacation destination for residents of Dallas due to its proximity to three nearby lakes: Lake Athens (a small lake on its southeast side, which notably houses the '''Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center''' operated by the state Parks and Wildlife Department, Cedar Creek Reservoir to its northeast (a popular lake for Dallas residents, some of whom own second homes on or near the lake), and Lake Palestine to its east (popular for Tyler residents).  In addition the East Texas Arboretum and Botanical Society (located in the northwest portion of the city) is a popular destination.

It is a popular day vacation destination for residents of Dallas due to its proximity to three nearby lakes: Lake Athens (a small lake on its southeast side, which notably houses the '''Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center''' operated by the state Parks and Wildlife Department, Cedar Creek Reservoir to its northeast (a popular lake for Dallas residents, some of whom own second homes on or near the lake), and Lake Palestine to its east (popular for Tyler residents).  In addition the East Texas Arboretum and Botanical Society (located in the northwest portion of the city) is a popular destination.