Harker Heights balances everyday convenience with weekend-worthy recreation and a close-knit community feel. Minutes from Killeen and set near the clear waters of Stillhouse Hollow Lake, residents spend free time fishing, paddling, and hiking shoreline trails; lake conditions and access are managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Stillhouse Hollow Lake. City parks—from shady picnic spots to splash pads—stay active with concerts, markets, and festivals; the City of Harker Heights shares up-to-date programming and park details. Golfers can tee off just down the road at Stonetree Golf Club, while readers and lifelong learners appreciate the programs at the Harker Heights Public Library.
Families value the schools served by Killeen ISD, known for extensive extracurriculars, STEM options, and career pathways. Higher education is close at hand through Texas A&M University–Central Texas and Central Texas College, expanding opportunities for professional growth and continuing education. Proximity to Fort Cavazos anchors the local economy and adds depth to area services, dining, and cultural offerings. Commuters reach medical and tech employers in Temple and across Bell County via I‑14 and US‑190, with shopping, restaurants, and day-to-day services concentrated along Knights Way and the Central Texas Expressway corridor.
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Links:
- City of Harker Heights: https://www.harkerheights.gov
- Stillhouse Hollow Lake (USACE): https://www.swf-wc.usace.army.mil/stillhouse/
- Stonetree Golf Club: https://www.golfkilleen.com
- Killeen ISD: https://www.killeenisd.org
- Texas A&M University–Central Texas: https://www.tamuct.edu
- Central Texas College: https://www.ctcd.edu
- Fort Cavazos: https://home.army.mil/cavazos