Absolutely a must see when you're in the RGV. This is one of the most beautiful parks I've ever…read morebeen in! I was initially drawn to check out the cool suspension bridge amongst the trees (costa rica vibes) and there was even more the park offered! We were greeted by two very friendly and knowledgeable workers at the visitors center, they were able to show us some recommended routes and things to look out for. The visitor center itself was so enjoyable to look around since it was like a mini museum with a bunch of history and information about the nature and wildlife. We took the Chachalaca Trail to the Tower Trail as recommended to get to the suspension bridge. Along the way you pass by a beautiful lake with many bird species and find a bunch of Spanish moss trees. When you get to the suspension bridge you take a tall spiral staircase and it's literally the coolest thing walking on the bridge. It was wobbly but very sturdy even when my friends were jumping on it! There was a lookout tower next to the bridge you take a separate staircase for and see a gorgeous overlook above all the trees. We later took the Pintail Lakes Trail to see the Rio Grande River outlook where you see the river and Mexico on the other side! After that we went up towards all the Pintail Lakes and took in all the gorgeous flora, birds, and scenery. The coolest thing we saw was a hawk carrying a snake!! We finished walking through it all in about 2ish hours. Can't recommend this place enough!

Beautiful hike and lots of cool wildlife and nature in the area. We saw a lot of very colorful…read morebirds also. The rope bridge was a fun addition as well

Great park! Just exploring around McAllen and this is a stop you should definitely make while…read moreyou're out here. There are boat rentals that you can get to go out on the lake and gigantic swan boats too. Get here early so it's not as hot out and the experience will be even better! I was here on a Saturday morning at 8am and it was already busy with families, running clubs and fisherman by the lake.

It's great on the weekends Great place to barbecue with the…read morefamily and go fishing & activities! This is not a bot btw this place is actually good to go fishing and to have parties

Located on Chapin Road at the North Jackson intersection in Edinburg, this is a one mile long…read moreconcrete hiking / bicycling trail developed and maintained by the City of Edinburg. The trail does a loop around a retention pond. It would be prettier if some plants or trees were placed around the pond, but it is what it is. There is a nice, paved parking area which includes a few handicapped spaces. I think it is cool you can bring a friend who is wheelchair bound and walk them around the pond to give them some fresh air and scenery. The sunrise and sunsets can be beautiful reflecting on the water. The parking area is lined with Texas sagebrush bushes trimmed into rectangular shapes. There is also a shaded seating area at the corner. There are no bathrooms, but there is a porta potty. Because of the RGV Summer heat, few venture here mid-day. However, this trail comes alive with joggers in the evening or early morning. Some hikers bring dogs, and some of those dog owners do not pick up their dog's deposits. So, keep your eyes open, and watch your step.

It's a good hike and bike trail. It is a little over a mile, and I like that. It just need some…read morerestrooms out here. The port - a - potties smells really bad out here. There is even feces on the ground around them. The city needs to clean them up.

Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center is a separate place than the Edinburg Municipal…read morePark, but they are next to each other and trails lead from in to the other. The World Birding Center portion has it's own parking lot and there is a modest fee to enter. The walking trail around the pond is free. You can park at the municipal park and use the trails around the pond and/or the multiple trails that go through the park. Both places are well developed and beautifully designed. The trail around the pond in the Scenic Wetlands area has some beautiful views. There are many native plants such as mesquite, palo verde, Nepal, and other cacti for which I don't know the names. The morning I went to walk, I was admiring the nopal which was blooming profusely, as well as the ducks, herons, and other birds enjoying the water. The walking trail is pleasant, "paved" with a gravel type material, much is shaded by trees which have branches arching over the trail (that is a big plus if you go in the daytime). I didn't see a sign to indicate the length of the trail that goes around the pond, but it took only about 20 minutes to circle it. It took me longer because I kept stopping to take pictures. Once I circled the pond, I went through a portion of the municipal park where there are also some ponds, trees, playgrounds, picnic areas, ball fields, restrooms, etc. My wife and I used to take our children (when they were small) along with a loaf of bread to feed the ducks in the largest of the ponds at the park. I have not gone into the World Birding Center portion, but intend to do so in the near future.

This is the second time that I have come from out of town and tried to visit and they had a…read more"private event" so the entire place was closed, but it wasn't posted on their website nor did they answer the phone so that you could check.

This park will always have a special place in my heart. It was more than just a neighborhood park…read morefor me, it was a place where I made a lot of great memories with friends and family during the time I lived in the Rio Grande Valley for 21 years! Wow! Time flies!! I used to come here for long walks and to get my workouts in around the park with my personal trainer and my Herbalife crew once upon a time. The duck pond was one of my favorite spots to slow down, relax, and just enjoy the view. It was always been a peaceful place to clear my mind. I would even go to Xquinkles and get a raspa and a marranada then come over to this park and just chill by the pond. We called it the duck pond. One of the best parts was the dog park. There's a space for small dogs and a separate space for large dogs, which I really appreciated. There's also an area for leashed dogs and a safe, open space where they can be off-leash and run freely. My dogs loved it, and it was always nice seeing them enjoy themselves while I got to be around other pet owners. I loved the fact that there was a little water fountain lower on the ground specific for the dogs to drink out of. It's a place I always enjoyed coming back to that holds years of memories whether it was to exercise, walk, or just spend some quiet time outside with friends and family.

This is a park in a great central location in the Shary area and is a nice spot to bring the…read morefamily. For starters it's hard to miss the huge pond full of ducks in the front part of the park which makes it that much more beautiful! This makes it a great spot to bring your children to play with the ducks and feed them. I personally have taken my little brother and he loves it since he is an animal fanatic. The section to BBQ doesn't have too much space between tables making it feel a bit crowded when there are other families there too. They also have a track that goes around the full park that is 1 mile long making it that much great for runners. My recommendations for the park/city would be to make some improvements in the restrooms, park benches, and the basketball courts to make the experience that much better.

Lovely park in town with a great walking trail and playground for kiddos! Lots of areas to sit and…read morerelax. I went on a run here and felt really safe! Lots of parking too.

Very well maintained walking paths and decent bathrooms. I really enjoyed this park during my trip…read moreto McAllen. Go to Semilla coffee lab around the corner then come walk here!

It was pretty awesome to see Signage was worn out but…read moreoverall please come see it It was so pretty

La Sal del Rey (The King's Salt) is a unique hidden gem in the Rio Grande Valley! It's a massive…read morehypersaline lake which Native Americans and Spanish settlers used to harvest salt from. Unfortunately when I visited there was very little water so I couldn't witness the famous reflexive water views. The salt lake has no outlet so the water levels are dependent on rain. But, I loved my visit regardless. I especially loved how quiet and untouched the area feels. I even saw several javelina along the tree lines! This is the perfect spot for nature lovers, birdwatching, or just getting away from the city for a while. Just make sure to bring water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes because the South Texas heat can be intense!

I've wanted to go to La Sal del Rey salt lake for some time. I tried before but was quickly turned…read morearound by clouds of mosquitoes. This time there were no mosquitoes and it was cool, so the hike was nice. The sign at the parking on Brushline Road says it's a mile to the lakeshore. It seemed less than a mile to me, but still a good walk. If the first gate is open, you can actually drive to another parking area which lessens the distance by a little more than half. At the second parking area there is a structure with a pit toilet, men's and a women's. From the second parking area it is a short distance to the lake where there is a raised viewing lookout with signs that explain the history, flora and fauna. This time I went it had rained the night before, so there was mud approaching the lakeshore, and I could not see any salt crystals because the water level was higher. That was a bit disappointing, but it was still interesting to see the diverse animal tracks. I'd go again, but not right after a rain. I arrived around 10 AM and no one else was there. By noon there were several other people around, but still very quiet. I recommend you take sunscreen and water if you go during the hot Summer.