Denton
Denton, Texas is located on the
north side of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Dallas is 37 miles to the southeast
via I-35E and Fort
Worth is 35 miles to the southwest via I-35W. The
Dallas/Fort
Worth International Airport is twenty-eight miles
to the south via I-35 East and Highway 121.
Denton is the county seat
of Denton County.The city and county
are a blend of agricultural and modern industries.Recreational activities
include intercollegiate sports, golf, hunting, and a wide range of water sports
at nearby reservoirs.
Standing guard over the city is the stately
Denton County Courthouse.Around the courthouse are a variety of antique shops,
restaurants, and specialty stores, including a giant used bookstore, Recycled
Books.
Cultural attractions center around the Arts
Complex and two major universities, the University of North
Texas and Texas Woman's
University. TWU, including the Dallas and Houston
campuses, is the nation's largest university primarily for women. UNT is the
fourth largest university in Texas with the third largest graduate program in
the state, behind University of Texas and Texas
A&M.
Need something to do? Denton, Texas is the
place to find it!
From the century-old courthouse and quaint town
square to the world-class Texas Motor Speedway, Denton offers a setting where
these diverse worlds meet and match the "fun-factor potential" of any
destination anywhere! Music and museums. Amusements, arts and antiques.
History, hospitality, horse farms and higher learning. Shopping, sports, dining
and festivals. There's so much to discover in Denton, the hardest part is
knowing where to start!
Well known for the academic excellence of both
The University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University, Denton is a
place where the music of multitudes can come together. Denton is large enough
to host international conferences, seminars and athletic competitions. But true
to its "Main Street America" roots, Denton is also small enough for a weekend
retreat at an historic bed and breakfast, a family reunion, or a beautiful
wedding uniquely designed to individual couples.
If strolling through nature is what you like,
be sure to visit the Greenbelt . The Greenbelt Hike/Bike/Equestrian Trail is
located between Lake Ray Roberts and Lake Lewisville . This trail was
established for outdoor enthusiasts to be able to hike and bike the entire
length (about nine miles) of the Elm Fork of the Trinity River . Horseback
riders can start their ride at FM 428 and continue all the way around the east
side of Lake Ray Roberts, through the state park at Isle du Bois, and on to
Jordan Park, near Pilot Point. Canoeists and kayakers will be able to take
advantage of the three access points located at FM 455 (just below the Lake Ray
Roberts dam), FM 428, and US 380 for put-in and take-out
points.(information gathered from several Denton area
websites)
For More information on Denton please visit the
following web sites:
SANGER
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The Star at the top of the
Golden Triangle...
Sanger, in north central Denton
County, |
is strategically positioned within the Dallas/Fort
Worth Metroplex, 51 miles Northwest of Dallas and 48 miles Northeast of Fort
Worth. It is only 13 miles North of the expanding community of Denton. Sanger
is located on I-35, a major trade route between Mexico, United States, and
Canada. This location allows Sanger the ability to benefit all types of
businesses. The Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, the second busiest passenger airport
in the world, is 35 miles from the heart of Sanger and Denton’s rapidly
growing Municipal Airport is only 13 miles south of Sanger. Fort Worth’s
Alliance Airport, the world’s first master planned Industrial Airport, is
located 30 miles Southwest of Sanger. Dallas Love Field airports are 48 Miles
South of Sanger. If rail service is required the Kansas City Southern and Union
Pacific railroads facility is located at Alliance Airport. Rail service is also
available and provided by Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe
Railroad.Sanger is a friendly community where
its heritage still inspires a sense of pride. This community pride is
demonstrated by the city’s participation in the Adopt-A-Spot program. The
Sanger Beautification Board offers it to keep selected sites well
maintained.
Ray Roberts Lake State
Park
Located east of Sanger is Ray Roberts Lake State
Park. Situated along the shores of a 30,000-acre reservoir Ray Roberts Lake
State Park Complex consists of two state park units (Isle du Bois and Johnson
Branch), six satellite parks (Jordan Unit, Pond Creek, Pecan Creek, Buck Creek,
Sanger, and Elm Fork), Wildlife Management Areas, wetlands, waterfowl
sanctuaries and the 20 mile Ray Roberts Lake/Lake Lewisville Greenbelt
Corridor. Birdwatching, water sports, riding horses or backpacking along a
scenic trail, Ray Roberts has something for everyone. (information
gathered from several Sanger area websites)
ARGYLE, TEXAS.
Incorporated in 1963, Argyle is a community known for
its rural setting of wooded, gently rolling land and small-town life-style.
Most available lots are at least 1-2.5 acres and suited for custom building.
Currently, new subdivisions with homes on smaller lots are under construction
or are in the planning stages.Argyle is located six miles south of Denton, and
is in close proximity to the D/FW metroplex. It’s strategic location to
Alliance Airport also provides an excellent source of local jobs and resources
to business.
Residents enjoy the benefits of quiet,
small-town living plus the advantages of proximity to business centers,
shopping, entertainment, cultural activities, and professional sports. With its
central location in Denton County, the third fastest growing county in the
United States, Argyle anticipates extremely high growth rates over the next 10
years.
Housing in Argyle ranges from modest frame
homes on small lots to expansive homes on multi-acreage property.With over 300
days of sunshine each year, Argyle is an ideal recreation area. Sports
enthusiasts cheer local teams (Cowboys, Desperados, Rangers, Stars, Sidekicks,
Burn, and Mavericks) as well as enjoy horse racing, NASCAR and Indy racing,
plentiful golf courses and a choice of three large lakes for fishing and
boating.
An excel location for both business and
recreational aviation, Argyle Northwest Regional Airport for private aircraft
is 6 miles southwest of Argyle and 10 miles to the north is Denton Municipal
Airport for general aviation. D/FW International and Ft. Worth Alliance
Airports are also nearby.
Connected to Dallas, Fort Worth and Denton
through a transportation network of I-35E, I-35 W and state highways 377 and
407, Argyle is strategically located to major areas of business while still
maintaining a rural environment. Area airports, rail systems, and trucking
provide access to national and international destinations.DFW International,
one of the world’s largest airports, is a 35-minute drive from Argyle and
serves as a regional hub for daily national and international flights. Nearby
Alliance Airport (15 minutes drive) offers an important cargo link for industry
and commercial clients to and from national and international destinations.
Alliance is also home to a new southwest regional hub for Federal Express.Local
airports northwest Regional and Denton Municipal are both within 10 miles.
Northwest Regional offers easy access for recreational pilots, and Denton
Municipal maintains a 6,000-foot runway for individual and company
aircraft.Central Freight, NW Transport and Tex-Pack freight companies serve the
trucking needs of the area with direct line service to major
cities.
Union Pacific Railroad and Burlington Northern
Railroad provide businesses easy access to destinations throughout the United
States. (information gathered from several Argyle area
websites)
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