If you’re searching for a day-trip destination, we’ve got some ideas. Sitting 30 miles away, Sweetwater is worth the drive. First Baptist Church, Newman Park and Lake Sweetwater Municipal Golf Course alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Located 55 miles away, Abilene is another popular tourist destination. If you drop by, be sure to check out Mall of Abilene, Abilene Zoo and Paramount Theatre.