Rowlett

Rowlett is an eastern suburb of Dallas and is located just 16 miles from downtown Dallas. To discover some of the best ways to spend a day in Rowlett, simply continue reading to learn about Rowlett’s most popular attractions and activities.

A guide to visiting Rowlett:

Explore Paddle Point Creek:

If you enjoy spending as much time as possible exploring the great outdoors, it’s well worth visiting Paddle Point Creek. As it offers a scenic 6.4-mile loop that has been designed specifically for kayakers. As the water is clean, you may want to tie your kayak to the bridge which you’ll find in the middle of Lake Ray Hubbard. If you don’t have access to a kayak, you can rent a kayak for half a day or a full day from Kayak Instruction Inc, Kayak Power, or Paddle Bound Outfitters all of which are local businesses.

Tour the Magic Fun House Castle:

Magic Fun House Castle is a fun attraction that will appeal to kids who love magic or wish that they could attend Hogwarts. If you visit Magic Fun House Castle, you’ll get to tour the castle with Wayne the wizard. Who’ll wow you with his magic tricks. There’s even a magic shop, to explore at the end of your tour.

Ride the water slides at Rowlett Wet Zone:

Rowlett Wet Zone is a family waterpark that is owned by the city. It features a few large waterslides as well as a large children’s playground. If you plan on visiting Rowlett as a family, your kids will enjoy zooming down Rowlett Wet Zone’s waterslides.

Complete the Rowlett Nature Trail:

The Rowlett Nature Trail is a short, gentle trail that is suitable for all fitness levels. If you like the sound of exploring a wide-open trail that heads through a picturesque forest, it’s well worth completing the Rowlett Nature Trail on your trip to Rowlett.

Play a round of golf at Waterview Golf Club:

If you’re a keen golfer, it’s well worth teeing off at Waterview Golf Course as it offers a par 72, championship golf course. The course is Rowlett’s first golf course and features 15 acres of lakes and thousands of trees which provide a great challenge. Waterview Golf Club also offers a driving range, a pro shop, and an on-site restaurant.

Play 80s arcade games at Retrocade:

If you visit Retrocade, you won’t have to worry about putting coins in the arcade games as once you pay for entry you’ll have unlimited plays on every machine. Entry to Retrocade is affordably priced at just $10. As an added bonus, if you work up a thirst or become hungry while you’re binge playing 80s arcade games, you’ll be able to purchase food and drink directly from Retrocade. Currently, there are well over 100 drink options on offer.

Visit Rowlett Bowlarama:

Rowlett Bowlarama offers 26 lanes, so you won’t have trouble booking out a lane at Rowlett Bowlarama. If you’re hungry after a round of bowling, you’re in luck as Rowlett Bowlarama also offers a popular sports bar that provides tasty snacks and beverages.

So if you plan on visiting Rowlett, it’s well worth visiting a couple of the fun attractions which are listed above. Especially if you plan on visiting Rowlett as a family.

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