This is a fun 2.5 mile hike (5 miles round trip) that takes you from just outside of Old Town on…read morethe west side of I-35W to a neighborhood on the east side. You'll walk through hundreds of trees, along a creek, past Hidden Creek Golf Course, under the freeway, through an open field with lots of wild flowers and birds, through a cemetery and an industrial area, winding through a residential neighborhood, more woods, and finally ending up at a kids playground on the other side. Dogs are welcome and cyclists will enjoy not fighting with cars for a while and both ends of the trail have bike lanes and parking lots. There are two water stations along the trail and one of them in the middle near the cemetery has water for your dog. There are distance markers at every quarter-mile to track your progress.

This is one of my favorite trails to visit, especially during the Texas heat because the area is…read morevery well shaded. I always bring my dogs here, and they absolutely love it. The last few times I visited during weekends or holidays, it was pretty crowded with teenagers running around and a lot more activity. But this time it was quiet and you could hear the birds, so peaceful. Everyone around the trail was very respectful. There were people cycling, walking their dogs, hiking, and just enjoying the outdoors. I also love that there are different trail options depending on how long or challenging you want your walk to be. There's a nice mix of uphill and downhill sections, which makes it even better. Plus, the nearby dam area is perfect for taking a break and cooling down. One thing I really appreciated this visit was how clean everything looked. Previously, I had noticed quite a bit of littering, especially broken glass bottles, which can be really dangerous for dogs. Thankfully, this time around the trail looked much cleaner and better maintained.

Best day ever Sunny n sound weather wooow great place to hike we had real fun we loved it n scared…read morewe will loose our way whoa wild

I was here for a walk and a look around this 8 acre park that is centered around Bailey Lake. Yes,…read moreit is actually stocked with fish. Yes, you need a fishing license. I'd really recommend catch and release (who knows what fertilizers and such drain into here) but it is stocked with catfish and perch. The lake includes a large picnic shelter with tables and a fireplace. Restrooms (thank you!) and a walking trail that loops 0.6 miles around the lake. The parking lot isn't huge but it was good enough. This park does not have a playground. [Review 16028 overall - 215 in Texas - 1533 of 2021.]

Nice walk around a beautiful lake, very pleasant. I think it's a little over 1/2 mile around, not…read moresure... but there are lots of other longer trails off of the main one, both paved and not. Love to explore when I have time. Very beautiful at sunrise with the mist on the lake-- walk counter-clockwise for the prettiest view of the pink sky reflected in the lake. Sometimes the ducks are out and an egret or two

A very well kept trail. Lots of shade, so this would be perfect for the warmer months. Many picnic…read moretables out here too. Easy parking!

Great place. Very peaceful. Lots of people so it is safe. We are coming next time to bike rideread more

The playground was fun and even had child sized benches. Plenty of walking paths and a gazebos well…read moresized for many people to enjoy, or even a large party. There is generous parking, great fishing spots, and clean bathrooms which is a first with many city parks. Highly recommend this spot as a place for families of all ages to enjoy!

We just had the pleasure of attending a baby shower at the new Richard Simpson Center that's…read morereplaced the tiny one-room building on the shore of Lake Arlington. The party was held on the side facing the lake, with a room to comfortably fit about 75 people with the tables and chairs for those guests. The room opens up to an elevated, covered patio that could hold about 50 more people. The center is well-lit, air-conditioned, overseen by park employees, and most importantly, has clean restrooms! The shower hostess, luckily, had enough forethought to rent out a bounce house to alleviate the number of restless kiddos inside. They set it up in a patch of grass that seemed like it was made specifically to hold a bounce house. Beyond that is a covered pavilion before reaching the boat ramps. For more info on booking the Simpson Center and other info, visit their page on the City of Arlington website: https://naturallyfun.org/richard-simpson-park

My favorite course in Dfw! Lots of open, long holes, but there's always a fair chance to get some…read morebirdies along the way. Challenging to all skill levels, but different layouts are available on UDisc. I generally prefer the amateur/intermediate layout. Watch out for the rough hazards! Especially on the holes that tempt you with big downhill shots! Keep a positive attitude especially if it's your first few rounds here. It'll take at least 12x to play this course effectively. That's why I love the sport! Definitely the best rural course besides Lester lorch. Super nice for those wanting to do some nice hiking. I usually hike it pretty fast, getting a nice work out i between.

Best disc golf course in all of DFW. Excellent hole variation and shot variety. Wooded and open…read moreholes. Long drives with elevation changes and short technical shots as well. If there was an option for more stars I would give it.

Carver is a very large park with all sorts of outdoor activities to keep you and your kids well…read moreexercised. The "spray ground" looks very cool though it's now closed for the season. Baseball field with bleachers and a press box, basketball court, picnic tables, playground, a picnic pavilion and a walking track. All of it in quite good condition and fronted by a large paved parking lot. The baseball field is lighted and fenced, including protected dugout areas and bleachers on both sides. Very cool. [Review 16013 overall - 201 in Texas - 1518 of 2021.]

Hidden gem. Usually pretty empty. Lots of parking, nice bike trail. Splash pad for the kiddos.read more

*Trail Review* There are quite a few MTB trails, for being…read morelocated in the middle of a town. They are mostly "natural" trails, with a few man made features scattered throughout. There are several marked trails spanning many miles. I take my 7yo and their bmx bike, on the most basic trails. I would say the most difficult trails and features would challenge an intermediate rider. The trails are pretty clean. If I had to provide 1 critique, I would recommend better trail marking. I can't tell you how many times I've been scolded by some dentist on a $10,000 MTB, for inadvertently riding the wrong way on their trail. But due to the trails constantly growing and changing, it's bound to happen. GREAT TRAILS, GIVE THEM A TRY.

I really enjoyed the trails behind the fields, it was nice that you can either go biking or hiking…read more My only issue is that people need to pick up after themselves or there need to be some kind of regular maintenance done on the trails. Other than that, me and my family loved it.