If we have a choice in a location, we'll usually pick a Corp of Engineer Park over a private RV…read morepark. There are plenty of reasons and this was perfect. There are several different COE parks on Lake Bardwell which is just outside the little town of Ennis. We stayed at the Waxahachie Creek Park. With a National Parks card for seniors, this park is just $9 a night. It's hard to beat that. Plus, it was on a lake with a view and the sites were nice sized without a neighbor right at your door. The sites in our section were all pull-thrus. A couple might be a little difficult for a big rig but most were easy in and easy out. Electricity and water are at each site with a dump on the way out. Driving down highway 34 the driveway to the park is hard to recognize to begin with. Two of us missed it. It looks like a driveway so be careful. We loved the park and would definitely return if in the area again.

Absolutely love this park. So many trees for shade, tables for picnics. There are 3 playgrounds…read moredepending on ages of kids. 2 big gazebo to host parties and plenty of greenspace to move around on. On the weekends I sometimes see the neighborhood ice cream truck drive through. There is a trail for bikers, runners, walkers alike. There is even a small creek for fishing. There is never really many people that come here. Even when there are parties, there is still enough parking and spread out where you choose.

How TF do you close the restrooms three weeks in a row on the only weekends with decent weather…read more There's a million people here and nobody has anywhere to take a piss. Poor operational management.

Run by the Corsicana Parks and Recreation Department, this Beach Park has a nice, sandy beach area…read morewhere you could potentially sunbath or swim with an alligator if you'd like - as the signs state "Swim at Own Risk" just above "Alligators Have Been Sighted in This Area". Maybe I'm not carved from the same metal as Texans from East Texas. Despite being an avid swimmer, I haven't yet warmed up to the idea of swimming in a lake where alligators have been sighted. But hey, to each their own! I've swam in the ocean many times. Sharks have been spotted there so maybe this is similar!? Just know that you can potentially knock "swimming with alligators" off of your bucket list by swimming at this lovely beach;). This beach park also includes gravel parking and four, nicely spaced shelters with picnic tables and grills, not a bad place to spend an afternoon or evening;)

this is a great spot to relax. swimming is decent. plenty of parking. would highly recommend…read morestopping by!

Came here with my boyfriend, since the weather's been so nice. We had to wait for a few minutes to…read moreenter the park, since they let the same amount of people go in as those exiting. It's so nice to be surrounded by nature and to see such great views. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and maybe bring a hiking stick if you have an issue with balance, since there are lots of uneven paths and steps. Overall, it was a really nice park and we walked the entire area. Will definitely visit again!

Great place to go on a hike in DFW. Doesn't feel like you are in the city at all. Not great for…read morethese 100 degree August days but as soon as it cools down a bit, it is a great place to get away from the concrete jungle.

Fun day at Festival and Bluebonnet Trail. $5.00 entrance to grounds with vendors, rides, food and…read moremore. Maps to follow to see all the bonnets. We only found the one large area at the lake and another patch behind Buckeyes.

I went in search of bluebonnets. The staff at the Welcome Center were friendly and helpful.read more

This park really surprised me in cuteness! It has a small pond and a Japanese Garden! I took a…read morefree turbo kickboxing class at the rec center and walked around the park afterwards. I was really surprised by the Japanese garden. It was quite lovely. This park was busy on the night I was there. People walking, kids doing hood rat stuff, kids playing basketball. There is a waterpark too in the next parking lot! Crazy! I'm so happy to find these hidden (to me) gems in the city.

It was ok. There was a fight going on in one of the parking lots that I was going to park in, so I…read morehad to drive somewhere else. The park is not big enough to run around for runners. I came here for a book club and we sat in a beautiful garden. The lake is ok, there are parts that look slimy green. It was ok, but not my favorite park in Dallas. I'll only come back if my book club comes back.

Cute little park if you're looking to get your photography on! The park is mostly shaded so you…read moredon't have to worry about it being too hot if you want to get outside during the hot Texas summer. It's definitely photo-esque and you can most certainly take some great photos while you're there. Would definitely recommend!

Great place to have your engagement photos or any portrait photos taken. I found a lot of good…read morespots with beautiful scenery perfect for any type of photography.

This park has almost everything a child would want in a playground. Safe surfaces, safe equipment…read more However, this is not the kind of park where you can take your eyes off a child under the age of 10. My then-7 y/o son was able to climb 8 feet up a structure for its intended use and jump off "on a dare" by other kids and ended up in the ER. I've also assisted with autistic children that elope and get separated due to the multiple exits. There are also multiple places to have a party, first come first served. This also makes things extra crowded. I haven't been there in a while since the heat, but I am hoping they will maintain a good-sized field because independent play (soccer, football, kite flying, etc.) are just as important as playground structures.

Great play space for any little climber. This park is well maintained, has a multilayered layout…read moreand activities to activate that hand/ eye coordination. I haven't seen may parks with such a concentration on climbing. It's genius. Several play spaces that separate small and big kids, permanent toilets and picnic benches are available. There is also a large open grassy field for sports. You will need to watch your kiddo's as the park has gates, but multiple entry/ exit points so be prepared to move around as kiddos explore.

best fishing spot ever. very nice Staff. The water was great when we were there and parking wasn't…read morebad at all.

Our first visit to this Marina and these people are some of the friendliest you will meet. The…read morepark attendant was helpful in telling us about the facility (boat launch, beach, camping facilities etc. we arrived around 8pm to check the boat out after doing some maintenance but still wanted to go on the lake for a couple of hours. with all the recent flooding they will have to repair the courtesy dock but fortunately the beach is not rocky so you can beach your boat there until the dock is finished. We did not go to the fishing pier but want to check it out soon. I did talk to a lady on the phone there and she was helpful in telling us the amenities.

Pretty large park near my home. Lots of trails to include bike trails. I know I haven't explored…read morehalf of this property and the surrounding trees and plants are relaxing. There is a river along the trail to glaze at or take pictures of. Lots of parking and well kept.

Great shaded trail, plenty of parking. You can definitely get quite a bit of walking in or biking…read morein this park. Nice nature walk.