there is a nice trail here with some views looking out at the water. it cuts by a neighborhood and…read morecamping.

This is a beautiful big park by the lake there is so much to do there and is a great place to take…read moreyour family especially if you have dogs or kids! I totally recommend this park.

The Shoreline Trail is a true blessing of tranquility and natural beauty in the midst of urban life…read morein the Metroplex. Enjoy!

Very nice trail in the Colony. My friend and I walked it the last day we were busting her. I…read moreenjoyed the beautiful houses along the shoreline.

Another great trail in Grapevine that is walked almost daily by our family. We've spent a lot of…read moretime on this trail walking dogs, searching for and hiding geocaches, kayaking and exploring the shoreline. We've done many Girl Scout adventures on this trail and now that the girls are older and no longer Girl Scouts we come here for walks or jogs. Our favorite way to access the trail is by walking but if you're looking for quick access to the lake and trail I suggest parking near Boat House Dr. or one of the gravel lots off of Snakey lane.

One of my favorite trails. You can choose to walk the paved trails around the lake or the natured…read moretrail of Horseshoe.Just watch out for the bicyclists. You might even come across a gnome . Beautiful when water levels are higher!

this park is cute and has nice lighting. there is a large field and small playground and pond.read more

My kids identify this as one of the best splash pads in the area, second only to Oak Hills Park in…read moreCarrollton (which they love because of the slides). It is HUGE - definitely the largest splash pad I've seen in terms of sheer size. It is designed so that the water spouts at the top of the splash pad form a small river that flows down to the lower area, where there are more spouts, plus rocks to climb on and grassy (turf) hills to roll down. My kids like bringing small toys and racing them down the river. The real star here is the shaded observation area for the mamas, though. There is no other park that treats us so well, providing expansive shade tents all the way around the park. There are picnic tables, but for the most part it's BYOC (bring your own chair) - or blanket - and set up shop on the turf, under the shade, in an elevated spot so you can keep an eye on the littles playing below. The bathrooms are new and usually pretty clean, although sometimes they do still smell like a porta potty. The splash pad hours are kind of a bummer, with the water not turning on until 10am. In the peak heat of the summer, we would be there waiting right at 10, but by 12:30 or so the water already felt like bath water - not refreshing and honestly kind of gross. I wish it opened at 8am so we could enjoy it for longer. Now that summer is over, the splash pad is only open on the weekends. They have a super helpful and very clear calendar which posts the hours here: https://www.highlandvillage.org/calendar.aspx?CID=31&showPastEvents=false There is a traditional playground directly adjacent to the splash pad, but it's unremarkable - certainly nothing you'd drive out of your way for. The rest of the park is BEAUTIFUL and well landscaped. I'm not sure what they use that massive pavilion for, but honestly I think it makes a case for a good wedding venue! If you're looking for a splash pad to add to your summer rotation, put this one on the list.

Whenever I want to go to a lake. I always chose Rockledge Park because it's close to home and I…read morelove the scenery.

What a beautiful place! We reached just in time for sunset and it's a fabulous sight…read more There is a $10 entry fee. Quite a few parking spots. There are park benches for a picnic with friends and family or to just sit and enjoy the view of grapevine lake. A must visit park to reset. It's a dog friendly place. There are kayaks to rent on site too.

Finding this spot was a bit of a treasure hunt thanks to Yelp's directions, but once you check the…read moremap, it's easy to spot--tucked behind some softball fields. We always bring a bag to pick up trash on walks, but there wasn't much litter here (bonus points!). It's mostly shaded, uncrowded, and has a few rolling brooks to enjoy along the way. Not too hilly, just a perfect, peaceful spot for an hour or two of strolling. And parking? A breeze!

Fun place to take your kids to go hiking…read more Plenty of parking, policemen patrol to make sure everything is good to go and plenty of Pokemon Go Stops :). There was a lot of chairs and tables and the trails were maintained nicely. Management Paints over some stubs in red so you do not trip. Come during November and December its Pretty!

About 5 miles trail that loops around North Lake. Located along restaurants and an outdoor…read moreamphitheater. There are activities along the way such as putt-putt or art installations.

Bestie... Cypress Waters Trail was cute! I started off my walk with a cup of coffee from Ascension…read morethen made my way around the trail. I literally followed the pavement, which was helpful because there were signs that told you the distance and which way to go. I needed some time to clear my mind before I started my day & it was so pleasant to be surrounded by such pretty views. There were other people walking, running & biking the trail. Being that it is May, the weather was hot & humid however I made sure to arrive early in the morning before it got too hot. Even though there were restaurants in the surrounding area, the whole entire trail was maintained & clean. I highly recommend visiting this trail. It was really beautiful!

Had a blast during summertime out on the lake. My friends own a boat so we got to cruise around,…read moredrink and enjoy the weather. They have spot at the dock as well to park up overnight and during breaks. Not too many boats on the water this time around so we were able to do some swimming. Great vibes!

Nice park for picnics, workout, walks, family gatherings. It has a play area for the kids. Grassy…read moreareas to spread those picnic blankets. Then there is the lake, accessible to the public, lots of kids swimming and splashing around, adults sitting on the side with the umbrellas and tents, music blasting from the speakers. It's a beautiful place to visit.

If you find yourself in the Plano/Carrollton area and need a break from the concrete jungle, Arbor…read moreHills Nature Preserve is an absolute must. My husband and I came here for a weekend trek, and it's easily one of the best outdoor spots in North Texas. What I love most is the versatility. Whether you're looking for a smooth, paved stroll or want to get your boots a little dusty on the dirt hiking trails, they've got you covered. It's a great mix of elevation and flat stretches. It's a great spot for everyone. Pets are welcome (on leashes!), and there is a fantastic playground near the parking lot--perfect for kiddos who still have energy to burn after a hike. You'll see a beautiful variety of plants and likely some local wildlife. Just a heads-up: they do have warning signs posted for snakes and poison ivy, so definitely keep an eye on your surroundings while you explore. The parking lot is huge, but this place is popular! We arrived around 1:00 PM and it was nearly at capacity. We were lucky to snag a stall, but I'd definitely recommend arriving earlier in the morning if you want to avoid the parking hunt.

This nature preserve was beautiful. It has a few different trails but my goal was to get to the…read moreobservation tower. Which was about 30 mins into the trail (I'm a slow walker tho) They do have some areas you can cut through to get to other trails but I don't recommend trying this after it rains because it's very muddy. The scenery from the tower was beautiful. I do wish they had more benches to rest though because there were only two on the trail we took. At the entrances there is a park for kids to play and a barbq area that looks over the trail. There's also plenty of parking! And the restrooms seem decent

Important : Splash pad opens May and closes in September…read more This place is so awesome!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old and they absolutely loved it. The park has water features (splash pad) and a playground for the kids to play. There are multiples chairs that are bolted to the ground, picnic tables, a pavilion, and plenty of parking. There is a nice public restroom and a nice field where kids can play catch or run around. We came around 6pm on a Friday and it wasn't too crowded. Can't wait to get back here before the summer ends!!

Amazing playground for my 3 kids (ages 7, 4 and 2). Very clean, some shade on playgrounds. It's mid…read moreMarch so splash pad wasn't open yet. We walked the trail, simple but loved looking for the animal statues and reading facts about the animals.