3 Drivable Vacations Away From Lake Fork




If you’re planning a vacation to change scenery but don't want to drive too far from Lake Fork, you’re in luck. Lake Lavon isn't far, and has a wide variety of vacation options for travelers. Some of the best hot spots in Texas are within driving distance of this beautiful lake in southeast Collin County. This lake features more than 21,000 acres of water. Considered one of the best places for fishing in Texas, fishermen can find plenty of bass, catfish, and crappie. There is a lot to do around Lake Lavon for the small family or a large party.

  1. Secluded Lakefront Cabin - The entire family will love this vacation spot. With 2 bedrooms, it will sleep 8 comfortably. With just over 1,300 square feet, it’s roomy for a small cabin. It also comes with beautiful views of the lake and lots of natural light inside the cabin. Vaulted ceilings make it seem larger than it is, which is a good thing because the cabin feels airy and light. Also comes with a back porch deck and a firepit.
  2. Luxury Getaway - If small cabins aren’t your thing, maybe luxury getaways are. This huge house features 2,800 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, and sleeps up to 16. Sitting on 10 acres on Lake Lavon, you’ll get stunning views and plenty to keep you occupied as you enjoy your getaway from the hustle and bustle of city living. Amenities include horse trails, parks, hiking, a gun range, fishing, and boating. There are also several TVs with streaming channels. Gated keypads and surveillance cameras will make you feel safe. This luxurious ranch-style home has also been used by a film production company for a popular competitive show.
  3. A Short Walk From McKinney - McKinney, Texas is one of the fastest growing cities in North Texas and the second largest city in Collin County. This little cottage is just a 2-mile walk away. Rated as one of the best places to live in America, there is plenty to do. This cottage is gorgeous with great amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a laundry room, a large dining room, a garden, and an office. These amenities make it a great place to getaway from people who like to check in on work while on vacation.


Lake Lavon is one of the best vacation spots in Texas. Within drivable distance from Dallas, it is situated just outside of Wylie, Texas, and there are plenty of great vacation spots within driving distance of the lake.




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Fishing Report from TPWD (Jul. 2)

GOOD. Water Stained; 82 degrees; 0.10 feet above pool. Bass are good early morning around grass with frogs, buzz baits and poppers. The offshore bite is best right now with fish coming from 12-25 feet on humps, ridges, road beds and points with Carolina rigs, flukes, big worms, Texas rigs and big crankbaits. Report by Marc Mitchell, Lake Fork Guide Service. Lily fields are filling in, hydrilla and milfoil are reaching for the surface. Fish this type of cover at midday when bass are seeking cover. Frog patterns are working in the shallow vegetation early and late. Drop a clouser on an isolated cover for black bass. Large bream have moved shallow, wooly buggers are producing good fish. Channel catfish are cruising 2-4 feet, clousers are a good choice. Report by Guide Alex Guthrie, Fly Fish Fork Guide Service. Lake Fork crappie fishing is improving as we enter the summer pattern. Loads of small fish under 10 inches are still being caught daily, but a lot more large fish are stacking up on brush piles, tire reefs, artificial structures and the base of trees. You can still find some fish on bridges, underwater bridges and road beds in 16-26 feet. Minnows, small hand ties and soft plastics are all working. Report by Jacky Wiggins, Jacky Wiggins Guide Service. Anticipate increased boater traffic this weekend as we celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day.

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