North Shore Trail has become one of my fave places to escape for a few hours. It was my first trek…read moreon these trails, and even though I'm used to climbing mountains when I hike, navigating a hilly terrain full of rocks and tree roots was its own kind of challenge. It definitely keeps you on your toes in a different way. I love how the trail winds through the trees, opens up to peaceful lake views, and gives you just enough difficulty to make the scenery feel earned. I usually start near Murrell Park, and that stretch has some of the prettiest spots. Lots of quiet coves, shaded paths and little pockets where you can stop and just listen to the water. You'll see plenty of wildlife, too. I've run into deer more than once. The trail can get rocky and narrow in places especially with mountain bikers flying through, so staying alert is a must. It will definitely keep you engaged instead of just strolling on autopilot. What I appreciate most is how peaceful the hike feels even when others are out enjoying the trail. North Shore Trail always delivers a sense of calm and connection to nature.

Where else are you going to find 22 miles of hiking trails in DFW? That alone gets a 5 star review…read morefrom me. Plus the well maintained trails and good amount of parking along the trails, this is a great spot if you're looking to get into nature without having to go too far. As a hiker, there are a lot of bikers along the path, so don't use headphones or you could get hit. Even when it's crowded with bikers, everyone shares the path well.

Plenty of technicals for anyone with a mountain bike. I hiked on Saturday and there were a slow…read moresteady stream of people on bikes. Two other crew came walking with their dog. Perfect secluded trail that has little traffic from hikers. There are plenty of loops around, I went straight east and down towards the lake then took a loop trail back to the parking. About 2.5 miles was what I did. A good amount of random bugs flying around a few days after it rained. No contact with anything other then bugs. I would recommend wearing pants of long socks since there is some tall grass overshadowing the trails. There was little trash.(Keep it that way Texas!) Maybe I would go back to walk some other loops.

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!

Bright mom to vote and had a great experience! In and out in no time everyone was friendly and…read morehelpful. The place is nice and would be a nice spot to stop and BREATHE outside by the water

This is part of the Bear Creek Trail system it connects to the Keller Town Center Rec Center.This…read moreparticular part of trail is well shaded and can be accessed from Bear Creek Parkway or Keller-Smithfield Rd. When there's water available it has nice Creek running through it with bridges it's packed with nature and even a butterfly garden area. You'll get a couple miles out of this section out/back,the trail system goes on forever if you want more, this is one of the best legs in my opinion for a brisk walk or jog some elevation and plenty of nature trails if you feel like getting off the pavement it's really good on the eyes facilities are kept up and clean. It's definitely in my top 5 round here.

This is a beautiful park. We went to the dog park and enjoyed the shared dog area. There is a…read morewonderful splash pad for the puppies as well as a dog bath area. There are restrooms for the humans. The park has artificial turf and there is a large concrete covered area if you need some shade. The water fountain didn't work for the dogs though so make sure to bring water for them just in case. We will definitely be back!

Such a lovely and CLEAN dog park! I was amazed at the shared spaces and seating as well as the…read moreoption for a mini dog water fountains!

This little lake is a beautiful part of the Bedford Boys Ranch park. There is a picnic area…read moreadjacent to the lake, and the playgrounds are within a short walk. There is plenty of parking, and there are sidewalks all the way around the lake for a nice stroll. Dogs are allowed, but please pick up after them - people do a good job of keeping the park clean. There are wrought iron benches set all around the lake if you need to take a rest or just want to enjoy the peaceful tranquility. The lake is tucked back behind a residential area, so there is no thru traffic. I recommend this gem as a lovely place to walk for fitness, meditate, stop and have a picnic, or just sit and read in the quiet.

1/17/21 This was the first time ever that we have visited the Bedford Boys Ranch Park. We like the…read moreneighborhood that surrounded the park, and we noticed the ducks and Canadian geese throughout the as well as some turtles that were basking in the sun. We also noticed that part of the park is under construction which we've became aware that the city is up grading a part of the park. From all appearances the park is really cleaned, we also noticed a young man propose to his fiance and of course she said yes. LOL There were also a few young people playing Frisbee golf and they really looked like they were having some fun. :) We also met a nice lady who was walking her dogs who lived at some of the nearby apartments and she said that she had been living there for a few years and we all notice a man fishing other people jogging and just having a great time and truth be told the weather was also nice for a stroll. We'll visit this place yet again. Can't wait to see the upgrades to the park when its all said and done. I recommend this lovely place to walk for fitness, meditate, stop and have a picnic, grilling with friends, a game of Frisbee golf, fishing, and/or just sit and read in the quiet.

Campion Trails is a walking/biking trail that runs parallel to the Trinity River in Irving. It…read morestretches from Las Colinas all the way to Valley Ranch. For this review, I'm going to highlight all the areas where you can park and enter the trail. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Trail, Return) Atmosphere - The trail is a wonderful, well shaded path which is populated with a good mix of cyclists, runners, roller bladers, and even families. It's one of my favorite places in the city, because it takes you away from the concrete jungle and into a lush, green, natural hideaway. 2 Stars. Trail - Here are the trail entrances where you can park your car and enter into Campion Trails starting from North to South. Sam Houston Trail Park - 101 I-635, Irving, TX 75038. This entrance is at 161 and Valley View. It's a good location if you want to start north and go down. Also, it has the only outhouse (that I know of). I've never used it but just know it's there. TW Richardson Grove - 101 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Irving, TX 75063. Right off the exit for George Bush Hwy off I635, this area has a covered patio that's perfect for gatherings for picnics and cookouts. La Vallita Park - 1 Camino Rio, Irving, TX 75039. This park is in the La Villita neighborhood. It was two playgrounds for kids, lots of shade from trees, and a covered patio. Rio Vista Park - 2 Barcelona, Irving, TX 75039. Also located in La Villita. This park has a basketball court, playground, and a covered patio with grills. There are no parking lots, but you can park along Barcelona, Campion Trails Park - 5950 Riverside Dr, Irving, TX 75039. This parking lot is next to the Irving Police Station. Needless to say, it's safe to park your car here. Birds Fort Trail Park - 5756 Riverside Dr, Irving, TX 75039. This is the BEST entrance to Campion Trails. Not only is there plenty of parking, but there are several covered patios, and it overlooks the Trinity River. Paws Colinas Dog Park - 1300 California Crossing Rd, Irving, TX 75039. This is a great dog park. It's really not a place to park and enter Campion Trail, just know it connects. California Crossing Park - 5198 Riverside Dr, Irving, TX 75039. This is the end (or beginning) of Campion Trails. Start here if you want to start biking north towards Valley Ranch/Coppell. Let's go! 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. I live in La Villita so my entry way is through the two parks. I hope that after reading this review, you'll be inspired to check out one of my favorite trails in all of DFW. 1 Star.

This little gem of a walking trail is super close to where I am staying-- and chef's kiss lovely…read more I've spotted an entire zoo here: turtles, snakes (I do NOT love these), giant coyotes, cranes, bunnies, squirrels, ducks, mystery birds I couldn't name if my life depended on it, lizards, frogs, and my all-time fave, an armadillo! I mean, where else do you get to stroll alongside that kind of wildlife lineup? The basic loop is about 3 miles, but I know the secret formula for hitting my 10k steps, and I'm out there grooving to Taylor Swift or 80's new wave like I'm on my own personal concert tour. If you're wondering about bathrooms, they do have porta-potties, and honestly? They're not the worst (trust me, that's a win). Just one warning: after a solid rain, when the creek's high, you're in for a surprise--flooded paths. So, unless you're part amphibian, be ready to double back. Best part? It's rarely crowded whenever I have been here. Most days, it's my personal trail, where I can belt out "All Too Well, 10 minute version'" knowing no one will hear me... except maybe the armadillo, and I'm pretty sure he's not so picky. This path is 96% clear of litter too - but I usually bring a little bag and clear any trash I find, just doing my thing for the environment.

The course is nice and not that busy. The issue is that there isn't much signage. If you haven't…read morebeen there before its hard to navigate. Over half the starting pads had no signage. Simple updates would make it 5/5. I will day if you go during the peak summertime, it'll be tough because its all open field mainly.

This is one of my favorite walking trails for the last couple of years. There are…read morewalking/running/biking trails that offer nice greenery. Some of the trails lead to neighborhoods, ponds and wildflower fields. There are a couple of wildlife that wander through the area like foxes, so that's something to keep in mind. The trails have demarcations that tell you how far you have walked. There are playgrounds, disc golf fields, open fields for soccer and football, basketball/tennis courts and benches to relax. All that's missing are water fountains and bathrooms.