Came here around a Saturday afternoon, and to my surprise there weren't a lot of people. The…read moreparking lot was full when we arrived, but it is rather small so expect to park on the side of the street if you arrive after noon. The hike itself was moderate, not much to see except for the lake. Majority of the time we were either alone or were passing others by. The weather was beautiful and it felt great to be outdoors in nature after such a long while of being cooped up in the house. We got "lost" trying to make our way back to the parking lot, but it was still a good hike lol.

Beautiful lake beautiful people on the lake very enjoyable glad I found this lake over some of the…read moreother ones in the area

We spent most of the summer at Twin Points this year. Such a fun lake! One of those times we rented…read morea pavilion, which elevated the whole experience having a shade and a table. There are picnic tables but they're first come. Today the water was clean and hardly anyone was there, mostly moms and toddlers. We visited the Kona store and they've got snacks, drinks and of course Kona Ice! If you forget sunscreen or sunglasses they have those items too.

We had fun watching the boat show and spend a romantic evening together great eveningread more

We decided randomly to check the lake out that's literally 5 minutes from our place, and we were…read moreglad we did. We went on Fourth of July, wasn't sure if we would be able to see Fireworks from there but we could see some from across the lake looked like in Fort Worth, and from the parking lot we found close parking, and seen lots of people there and worked out good. It was nice there was seating, and people and restrooms in the area we stopped out so overall good and anytime we want to go look at the water and relax I will choose here and try to come more often.

I hosted my event at the Lake House Event Center, and while the facility itself was clean and…read morewell-maintained, I want to share a few important details for anyone considering booking. First, this is not an all-inclusive venue. Many items are charged separately, including linens, use of the TV, AV equipment, and even certain rooms like the back room. These additional costs can add up quickly, so I recommend asking for a full breakdown of fees in advance. I also want to mention the policy regarding security officers. When I booked, I was told the officer requirement would be at the manager's discretion. I communicated multiple times that my event would end by 6 PM. However, I was still required to pay for an officer through 10 PM, even though the event ended much earlier. While I understand policies are in place, this was unexpected and felt unfair based on prior communication. One policy to be aware of is that open flames are not allowed. I was able to adjust without issue, but it's something to plan for ahead of time. Overall, the space itself is nice, but I strongly recommend getting clear, written confirmation of all fees, policies, and requirements before booking to avoid surprises.

We live just a few miles from the park. It's a wonderful place to walk, bbq swim and boat. There is…read morea beach, may picnic areas with grills and plenty of walking trails. Best place to take the dogs for walks. It's free for residents of Grand Prairie. Just show you license at the booth and you're good to go. If you don't have a resident of GP with you it's $20 for a one time entry day pass. It's more on holidays and not free to residents.

Perfect time to enjoy some family and fun time. When you have a 16(g), two 12(b) and a two(b) it's…read morehard to find somewhere that fits all there wants. One of the best, cheap treasures you can find .

It's a beautiful area that has amazing walking trails for yourself or your furry friends. We spend…read morea lot of time here, especially in the summer. There are multiple launch points for boats, kayaks, paddle boards and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

This little pristine lake sat out here for decades, providing water for the municipalities in the…read morearea. Little used until about 20 years ago it's now ringed with homes,hotels and soon high rises. The little lake that was, is fast becoming something we aren't used to in this area. I've boated and fished on it and it remains a great place to picnic. Check it out.

Gorgeous bathrooms with a lovely view of the lake and ample seating. Just a heads up, payment is…read morerequired via a QR code. Non-compliance may result in a fine from law enforcement.

Lakeview Park is located in Grapevine, TX and is a good place to kick back and go fishing or let…read morethe kids go loose at the playground they have to offer at this lake. Entering is as easy as scanning the QR code provided when entering the park and typing in your car license plate. As of June 2025, the entrance fee was $10, and this was on a weekend if that matters. Inside the park the car parking is very limited and to get a spot you either get lucky or just have to wait for other cars to leave. To prevent anyone trying to park illegal they positioned big rocks on the grass. There is a playground with swings and slides and multiple pavilions with shade. There is a small fishing pier and a beach like waterfront for swimming and fishing. We decided to try our luck and cast our rods out in the lake and surprisingly we caught a 3lb catfish within 10 minutes. We stayed about 2 hours and just got bites but nothing else. There are restrooms onsite and they have water fountains but when I was there, they were not working. There is a boat dock to release your boats and jet skis out in the water and while we were there, they had a good amount of people out in the water with their boats. Overall, we enjoyed our time here and will most likely return in the future for some fishing and hanging out with the family.

I've had great experiences with the service department at Bluff Creek Marina, whether for repairs…read moreor regular maintenance. Chad always provides timely communication for scheduling and updates, and Robert and Carlos are extremely knowledgeable. They've consistently taken excellent care of my boat and Seadoo. I highly recommend the service department at Bluff Creek Marina.

Good luck getting these guys to help you with any problems that your boat may have. They may be…read moregreat mechanics, but they can't ever seem to find someone to help you.

Marine Creek Lake Trail is a beautiful and peaceful six mile trail that goes around the lake. There…read moreare good views of the lake throughout the walk and there are plenty of people walking the trail. I also noticed a couple of people riding their bikes throughout the walk. Marine Creek Lake is beside the TCC Northwest campus which is nice. I'm grateful to have this walking trail close by. I look forward to returning to this trail.

This review is focused more on the lake itself and not the trail since I walked down the incline to…read morethe lake onto the deck and around that area. Marine Creek Lake is a 250-acre no wake lake (more tranquil waters) which provides a welcome, peaceful respite from hectic city life. The 6-mile trail adjacent to the lake offers walking and running opportunities. At the lake, boating/kayaking/canoeing, swimming and fishing--with catfish here and there and bass on the riprap--are some of the main activities people participated in. After researching various parks in and around the Fort Worth area for a recent visit, I decided on Marine Creek Lake. Although unconventional in the park area, I also think the Marine Creek Lake area has everything I enjoy re: parks like verdure, beautiful landscapes, lots of trees, cool people, places to relax and interesting activities. Personally, one of my favorite activities was just walking along the deck and looking out at the lake waters and everything in the background. I met, rather serendipitously, two cool people who were also visiting Marine Creek Lake. One guy was there mainly to fish and let me borrow his fishing pole but all I caught was some seaweed-like aquatic plants, which he said is more than what he caught. (Haha) In the beginning of each try, I could feel something substantial and heavy underwater, but no dice. Another person was there walking his Chihuahua-Corgi mix named Finny. Parking here was easy, as I recall. The Marine Creek Lake area wasn't crowded, so the adjacent parking lot had lots of spaces available on a Saturday morning. I am kind of glad its existence seems to be a well kept secret of sorts. It is definitely a hidden gem. [5/5], Highly recommended!

I can't believe my original post was 9 years ago. Of course, I still stand by what I said before…read morethat this park is amazing and dog-friendly. I will just give you the CliffNotes version in that the park is very clean - perfect for running/jogging, walking, and sitting around to enjoy the outdoors. Here's the new impression about how kid friendly it is. First off, I love their splash pad. The best part of it is it's free! We tend to go on cooler/cloudy days when the summer sun is not beating down on us. They have benches and tables for families to sit around the splash pad. You can't bring your pets or food to the area. After a lot of running and laughing, my son's eyes do get a little red from the chlorine, so wear glasses or goggles if you want to avoid this. Right next to the splash pad is the playground. I'm so glad that it is covered, so we can go when it's sunny outside, but not too hot. The playground is a good place for the kiddo to either warm up or cool down before the splash pad. I would say the splash pad is such a fun distraction that my son spends the majority of his time at the splash pad and the playground is just a second thought. It's never super crowded even on the weekends. Perfect amount of kids playing around. There's a nice private parking lot right next to the splash pad. I'll be back with the family again and again.

Still my most used stomping grounds even with all the construction in the area this remains a safe…read moreand serene place in those early morning walks, lined with wildflowers this time of year and the simmering of the water make for a pleasant and therapeutic walk.

Eagle Mountain Park has a decent size parking lot and I noticed they had a Kona ice truck out…read morefront. They have restrooms available, however they are porta potties that need maintenance. My friend and I enjoyed walking the overlook trail, including seeing the views of the lake. The weather was sunny and breezy and we got a good workout. I like that they don't allow dogs here to preserve their wildlife. We saw a couple of deer on our walk which was lovely. We look forward to our next visit to Eagle Mountain Park.

Eagle Mountain Park has great hiking trails along with some scenic views. One of the best features…read moreof this park is that it's pedestrian only and there are no bikes or dogs allowed. This makes for a great hiking experience. Don't get me wrong, I'm a huge lover of dogs, but I love that this park is working to preserve the nature, plus some of the trails are steep and it would be heinous to make your dog venture up and down some of these more aggressive slopes. Nonetheless, I still saw two people bring their dogs out... some people simply have no regard for guidelines to protect the nature and not create an undue burden on your dog. Sigh. This is truly one of the best places in DFW if you are serious about hiking. There is a 500 feet elevation gain on the trail by the lake and this makes for great views and an easy way to get your heart rate up. There is ample parking and admission to the park is free. The only downside I would mention is the only restroom facilities are two port-o-potties and they were disgusting. One was out of toilet paper and there are no sinks to wash up. I don't know why people feel the need to make a bad situation worse by urinating all over the seat and trashing the facilities. Other than that, Eagle Mountain Park is a great choice for a semi-challenging hike site in DFW. The views are also a great reward for your efforts!