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.

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.

This is a great park. We travel quite a distance just to come here because it's very peaceful,…read morealways clean and a great walk for our pup.

This is a great park. The playground is new and fun, with features kids love - like a zip line and…read moresitting merry go round. It's plenty big, with a baby section and a big kid section. There are swings, multiple slides, and an assortment of bridges and ropes to climb on. The best part are the expansive shade canopies, which cover the majority of the structure and allow for play in both sun and rain (although, on a rainy morning like this morning, they don't prevent the kids from getting wet or the structure from being slippery. But hey, this just adds to the fun!). Bark ground covering. The one downside here is that the spectator benches are outside of the canopy, away from any trees, and in full sun. I'm thankful they covered the play area, but why no love for the mamas on the sidelines? Not far from the playground there is a large pavilion and multiple covered picnic tables. They aren't right next to the playground like the benches are, but they're close enough to still be within earshot of the kids. It's a fine solution for hot, sunny days. The park also has volleyball courts, baseball fields, and a nice bathroom with plenty of stalls.

This is a miniature park tucked away near apartment complexes in Northlake/Roanoke area. It is tiny…read morewith minimal equipment. There are no shade trees, no covered pavilion and no restrooms. The playground equipment has grass, dirt and no soft playground padding at all. Toddlers aren't super picky fortunately. Older children might be ready to search out another park with better facilities pretty quickly. And personally I like park benches and shade trees or a nice covered pavilion.

This is a pretty little "park" (I say in quotes because it's minimal on infrastructure, in a good…read moreway) just off to the side of the highway where you can appreciate the open spaces.

Love this park! I actually found it because the Watauga Animal Shelter is right across the street…read moreand offers a Doggy Day Out program. I volunteer after work when I can and bring a shelter dog here for a walk. Even when it's hot outside, the trails have lots of shade from the tall trees, so it's much cooler than most parks. There's also a creek where the dogs love to cool off and a splash pad for kids to enjoy. This has become my favorite park to bring the shelter dogs because they get to stretch their legs, sniff around, splash in the creek, and just enjoy being outside for a while. If you live nearby and have a little free time, I definitely recommend checking out the shelter's Doggy Day Out program. Taking a dog out for a walk or an adventure for a few hours can really brighten their day, and it's a rewarding experience for you too.

We enjoy this park mostly because the splash pad is awesome! The playground has a merry-go-round…read morenow, they replaced it finally. I did noticed a TON of flies and ants, I'm guessing they haven't sprayed in a while. Just beware and bring bug spray. The splash pad is open Labor Day through Memorial Day, 10-7pm except Tuesdays. No water balloons are allowed since they clog up the drains. I would recommend bringing your own shade and chair. And snacks and drinks! Whew, it gets super hot. Fun park though!

This is a small neighborhood park in North Richland Hills. It has a tall swirling slide and a…read moresmaller one and a tiny town below with a general store and a mail room. There are exactly 2 swings and a small pavilion with 2 picnic tables. It's a cute little park just in front of a nice walking trail. It made a fun little outing for my little granddaughter.

Amazing park! It seems to be brand new! Such a great playground and the paths are nice - a lot…read morethicker than you'd expect and you can have a beautiful hike!

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.

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.

Can't believe it took so long to find this amazing, quiet, wooded refuge so close to home. Shady…read morepaths, ponds and all kinds of birds (and turtles!) await. It's become a regular destination on our neighborhood walks. Feels like a slice of the Oregon wilderness in the middle of Colleyville! Restrooms and emergency phones available, and plenty of benches along the way.

We love walking at the Colleyville Nature Center, and were just delighted to see that they are…read moreimproving the park further by installing bathrooms! They also put in some emergency calling stations (pictured) which isn't a bad idea for any trail, although I'm not sure how useful they are. During the day there are always lots of people on the trails and at night there's no lighting, so it would be unwise to walk there anyway. In any case, we were pretty excited to learn about the new bathrooms, as that was one of the main drawbacks to the Nature Center before. The area is basically a group of small ponds and creeks with trails surrounding them - some paved, some dirt. Much of the trail is shaded, which makes it a great place to go walking any time of year. There are birds, ducks, and turtles - we once saw a VERY large turtle swimming in the creek here... maybe the biggest turtle I've ever seen. Many people come here to fish in the ponds as well. The trail is stroller and bike friendly. There is a small, underwhelming playground at the parking lot, but we never spend any time there... too much nature to enjoy along the creek, ponds, and trails. My kids love coming here, and we're thankful for the opportunity to get out and exercise in such a beautiful spot.