Callender Lake

Henderson County, Texas

Callender Lake is located in Henderson County and is an hour and a half east of Dallas, Texas.

Thirty-two minutes away, you can find the Athens Municipal Airport and the UT Health Athens Hospital. Residents can shop at the Athens Village Shopping Center, and enjoy the numerous local restaurants, such as Victoria’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant and Cotton Peach Cafe.

Large and Level

Callender Lake boasts 365 private acres of constant level water, fed by seven different natural water sources.

What to do on the Water

Callender Lake is stocked with sport fish for anglers to catch, such as channel catfish, largemouth bass, striped bass, white bass, Guadalupe bass, black crappie, and smallmouth bass.

Lake access is private for community residents, so lake traffic is very minimal and allows you to make the most of the open space for boating, kayaking, canoeing, and water skiing.

What to do in Henderson County

The Depot museum details tall tales known by the earliest inhabitants of the area and is a fun way to get in touch with local history.

Fair Park, or “Fitness Park,” offers plenty of space and facilities to take a jog, play tennis, test your skateboard skills, and let your children play in the splash park and playground.

“Fitness Park” is also home to the Rusk County Farmer’s Market, which sets up shop every Saturday morning and Tuesday afternoon from May to October.

The Henderson Civic Theatre generally has four productions each year in their breathtaking Opera House. Residents are sure to love having a constant source of art and entertainment.

Put Callender Lake on your Calendar

With private lake access, a multitude of outdoor locations across Henderson County to enjoy, and a good sense of community, Callender Lake is an ideal location for people who enjoy their quiet time, as well as a friendly community.