Country Trails

Country Trails
The most exclusive subdivision in Harker Heights

Nestled in the heart of Harker Heights,  Country Trails was developed in 1979-80. It has enjoyed it's reputation of being a prestigious and well sought after neighborhood. Luxurious, contemporary, and architecural stying achives an aesthetically pleasing environment while fulfilling present days interest in elegant, larger home sites.

This quiet and peaceful neighborhood with beautiful well groomed lawns offers it's residents an exquisite lifestyle. Parks and recreational centers offer families fun hobbies and activities. The foothills of the famed Texas Hill Country provide a multitude of outdoor activities to include two picturesque lakes close by, offering boating, fishing, hiking, and an abundance of wildlife.

Harker Heights is located 10 miles west of Interstate 35, which connects the community to Dallas, Austin and San Antonio. Stillhouse Hollow Lake is just five miles away, off of U.S. Highway 190. Fort Hood is a ten minute drive. Killeen, the neighboring city, is home to a regional shopping mall, hotels, restaurants, and a regional civilian/military airport. 

Country Trails in Harker Heights is Right in the Middle
of Where You Want to Be!

Entertainment and Leisure
Things to See Do

The Parks and Recreation Department offers many first-rate programs and services for  you and your family. The Carl Levin City Park is located adjecent to Country Trails. With playground areas, basketball courts, a pool, recreation paths, a fishing pond, picnic areas and a gazebo, there is something for everyone. Residents enjoy the hiking trail surrounding the lagoon, a relaxing setting complete with families of ducks.

The Harker Heights Recreation Center has an abundance of indoor programs, including basketball, volleyball, aerobics, yoga, kickboxing, cheer camps and gymnastics.   The Recreation Center offers numerous special programs throughout the year, including annual fun runs, a fishing derby, Star Fest, Santa in the Park, an Easter egg hunt and summer concerts. There are also many non-althetic activities and enrichment classes for the community year round, ranging from art programs to hunter education classes. This is a great place for children to stay busy during the hot summer and for adults and elders to stay active and enrich their lives.

Stillhouse Hollow Lake and Dam is a hot spot for those seeking adventure or beautiful sights. It provides activities for all seasons like water-skiing, fishing, camping, boating and sailing. Stillhouse Hollow has seven different parks and recreation areas for the community to enjoy, most outfitted with facilities for your convenience. For the hunting enthusiasts, Stillhouse Hollow offers mourning dove, quail and waterfowl.

The Fort Hood Recreation Area is one of the most popular recreation areas around Belton Lake. Belton Lake located is approximately 25 minutes from Country Trails. BLORA (Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area), offers boat access, water slides, paddle boats, pavilions for rent, outdoor recreation and barbecue pits. Civilians, as well as the military, are welcome. Swim, sunbathe, and enjoy Belton Lake at Sierra Beach, BLORA's authorized swimming area.

Six Flags Over Texas
Forth Worth Stockyards
Schlitterbahn Water Amusement Park
Austin's Six Street 
SeaWorld San Antonio
San Antonio River Walk

Education
Killeen Independent School District
Central Texas College
Tarleton State University - Central Texas
University of Mary Hardein-Baylor

Healthcare
Scott & White
King's Daughters Hospital 
Metroplex Health System
Carl R. Darnell Army Medical Center

Area Information
Harker Heights
Fort Hood
Killeen
Temple
Belton
Salado
Copperas Cove
Lampasas
Gatesville