This city became a stopping point as drovers brought their herds to the Chisholm Trail. The town that grew there remained a small farming and ranching community until 1942 when Camp Hood was established at the eastern edge of town and Copperas Cove soon became the largest city in Coryell County.
Things to do in Copperas Cove
Copperas Cove Golf Course
Golf Course Road, Copperas Cove, TX
Fort Hood
Located within 20 miles of Copperas Cove you will find Fort Hood which covers 339 square miles of Central Texas. The modern Army post is staffed with the largest collection of soldiers and fighting machines in the free world. It is the only two-division post in the nation. Home of the Army's III Corps, 1st Cavalry and the 4th Infantry Division. The 1st Cavalry Division Museum exhibits more than 150 years of cavalry uniforms, equipment, arms from sabers to assault helicopters; emphasis on division combat during World War II, in Korea, and in Vietnam. Artillery, tanks, trucks and captured foreign weapons. Located at 761st Tank Destroyer Boulevard.
Ogletree Gap Preserve
This preserve is located just off US Highway 190 on the west side of Copperas Cove. Once Ogletree gap was the Marston Ogletree ranch but is now a city park with a full-service pavilion.
Old Downtown Copperas Cove
This is an area, of several city blocks, of historic downtown, which was the center of business activity in Copperas Cove since the coming of the railroad. Many of the original buildings still exist.
Pioneer Cemetery
This cemetery is located just south of US 190 near the terminus of the South Park jogging trail. Serves as the resting place of several of the town's founders.
South Park
This park is located just off of FM 1046 in southwest Copperas Cove. The park houses a swimming pool, volleyball courts, soccer fields and a jogging trail.
The Allin House
This house is located at the intersection of North Main Street and Avenue B and was the home of Copperas Cove's first mayor, Jouett Allin. The home was originally built in 1913 and was recently restored to its original condition.
Topsey Exotic Ranch and Drive Through Safari
This park has more than 50 species, many of which roam free, that visitors can observe and enjoy. Although the animals are wild, most are so gentle that they can be hand fed from the safety and comfort of your car. Located nine miles northwest of town via FM 1113 to intersection of FM 580. Open daily 9am - 5pm from October - February and 9am - 7pm from March - September. Call 254-547-3700 for more information.
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