Canton's World Famous First Monday Trade Days
Canton is known for the First Monday Trade Days, with miles of vendors each month as well as visitors of all ages. Historically, the trade day was only the first Monday of each month, but today, the First Monday Trade Days take place on the Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday before the first Monday of each month. Not only is Mill Creek Ranch located right on Trade Days Boulevard (Highway 19), but also we will shuttle you to and from Trade Days!

Local Shopping
Mill Creek Ranch is located right of Interstate 20, providing access to many different shopping venues. Broadway Square Mall is a short drive to Tyler, Tanger Outlet Center is located about 30 miles away in Terrell, and Dallas is only an hour away. Other nearby small towns offer a unique shopping experience for guests at Mill Creek Ranch with choices of antique shops and specialty stores.

Fishing
Lake Fork, Lake Palestine, Cedar Creek Reservoir, and Lake Tawakoni are all located within a 30-minute drive from Canton, offering access to Texas' best fishing lakes! Lake Fork is considered by many as one of the best big bass lakes in the country.

Splash Kingdom
Located on Interstate 20, just west of FM 859; Splash Kingdom is a 32-acre water park that will entertain the entire family. The park includes outdoor activities such as a wave pool, a slide tower, a lazy river, and a children's area. Indoor activities include miniature golf and an arcade room. Visit the Splash Kingdom website.

Golf
Local golf clubs include Twin Lakes Golf Course and the Van Zandt Country Club, both located in Canton. Twin Lakes Golf Course has been named one of the Top Ten New Courses in Texas, and prides itself in offering one of the most-challenging layouts in East Texas. Garden Valley Golf Club, only a 15-minute drive from Canton, is a premier golf club that is widely recognized for outstanding golf in East Texas. Avid Golfer magazine named Garden Valley Golf Club "The Augusta National of Texas."

Caldwell Zoo
A short drive to Tyler, and a popular attraction for the children, the Caldwell Zoo is the perfect place for a family to spend the day. The zoo is open March through Labor Day, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Visit the Caldwell Zoo website.

Other Outdoor Activities
For the outdoor enthusiasts, Mill Creek Ranch offers the perfect location to schedule a day outdoors, including activities such as hiking, biking or bird watching. Tyler State Park is just a short drive and offers an opportunity for the perfect outdoor adventure.

Dining
After a day of fun, Canton has dining adventures for all. With many different types of restaurants to choose from, everyone will be pleased.