Train ride?

Ride the rails of a miniature train that travels the 1 1/3 mile long track at Williamson County's Southwest Regional Park. The train operates on weekends from 10 am to 6 pm, weather permitting. The cost for the 15 minute ride is $2.50. For more information, go to www.cedarrockrailroad.com.


Southwest Regional Park is located near the intersection of 1431 and CR 175 (on the north side of 1431 ). The total park encompasses 800 acres, with about 100 acres built for fun and fitness. The first phase, which is complete, includes 10 soccer fields, 2 softball fields, cricket field, 8 tennis courts, 6 basketball courts, picnic shelters, disc golf, and a playscape, along with the train rides on the weekends.

There is also a 1.75 crushed granite hike and bike trail along the perimeter of the developed park.