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Four miles east of SR 31 on FM 2495, contains a dive tank, an angler pavilion, interactive kiosks and aquarium exhibits featuring many freshwater fish native to Texas. A wetlands pond is home to young American alligators.

Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter.

Location: 5550 FM 2495, Athens Texas 75752 Telephone 903-676-2277

Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Tyler) Caldwell Zoo
(Seagoville) Post Oak Preserve
(Athens) Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

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