Denton has grown into a thrilling cultural city on North Texas, thanks to its outstanding music scene and rather fascinating history. However, there is much more to Denton. If you would like to catch a show, explore major city attractions, go hiking or cross a few items off your bucket list, Denton, TX, has a lot to offer.

Take a stroll through the bustling Denton’s downtown square.

Just as is the case with many towns in Texas, one of the greatest ways to get exploratory is hitting the central town square. In Denton, heading down to the town square will give you a great head start to your ‘discover Denton’ tour. Here, you will be treated to the opulent and historic courthouse found at the very core of the town center. Surrounding it are antique shops and fine dining eateries. What better way is there to experience just a tip of what Denton is like?

Visit the Chairy Orchard

This is one of the most unique and creative spaces in Denton, TX. The punny collection was established in 2013 by two longtime friends and neighbors. The two ladies, popularly known as ‘Chairy Fairies’ started filling the vacant space that existed between their homes using various assortments of chairs. Today, you can find seats of any size and shape, and the rather whimsical and bizarre collection keeps growing.

Wind off at the Ray Roberts Lake State Park.

If you are a nature lover, you will definitely enjoy this destination. This place gives a chance to indulge in fishing, hiking, boating, walking, picnicking, or even horseback riding.

Go back in time at the Goatman’s Bridge

Formally known as the Old Alton Bridge, the Goatman’s Bridge is quite an interesting landmark in the city of Denton. Masked by tons of disquieting, this iron bridge once connected the city to Copper Canyon. Legend has it that if you cross the bridge at night, you will see a sort of demonic figure depicting a man whose head is shaped like a goat’s. Allegedly, the creature just waits there on the other side of the bridge.

This popular ghost story is where the bridge draws its nickname from. While there is no proof of existence of the creature, some people have confirmed the rumors, stating that they once saw the ghost. Story goes that a successful African-American farmer who reared goats was murdered on the bridge in 1938 by members of the local Ku Klux Clan. Apparently, the clan members lynched the poor man and hanged him on the bridge’s side with a noose over. However, when they went to confirm if he was dead, they found that the body was missing. If you are the kind of person who is intrigued by horrific stories, this would be a great destination for you.