Cleveland/Tarkington

Five Things You Should Know

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1. Cleveland, Texas was incorporated as a township in 1885.  The first settlers arrived in 1832!

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2. Burton Tarkington, along with other families, relocated to the east of Cleveland.  Tarkington Prairie was named after the area between Cleveland and Dayton.  

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3. Home to the Double Lake Recreation Area. Created in 1937, it is named after the 23-acre Double Lake.  Activities include a 22-mile mountain bike trail, a 5-mile hiking trail, a sandy beach for swimmers, and various picnice and camping areas.  

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4. Cleveland is also home to the Grand Oaks Reserve, a golf course community.  With over 900 single-family homes and over 250 condos, this is the perfect place to raise your family.  

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5. Connected to Houston and other cities/towns via Hwy. 59, Cleveland is easily accessed.