One of my favorite places to get some good cardio in! It can be as long or as short as you want,…read morewith paved trail that includes the Campion Trail, Sam Houston Trail, and Keenan Crossing. You get beautiful scenes of tranquil water and some of the prettiest houses in Las Colinas. Bird watching is always eventful. The only terrible thing is that this area floods quite a but in the winter. The parking barricades don't stop anyone, they're mostly just inconvenient. Walk your dog here or just enjoy good weather with your family. It's a outdoor treasure of Irving!

Came here on a beautiful Saturday for a mountain-less "hike" as you Texans might call it. As a Cali…read moregirl, I'm struggling out here not having real hiking trails with inclines that I'm used to, but I just have to find beauty in the differences, right? Nonetheless, this trail was indeed beautiful and unpredictable. Woodsy in some parts (great for bird watching), and open in others. You can find covered picnic areas and barbecue grills near the "park" area, making a great little spot for a family birthday party. I can envision the Peppa Pig and Paw Patrol balloons now. There were nice benches throughout, and different exercise stops where you could do pull ups or crunches mid-walk to mix up your workout, which was unique. Since I was flying solo, after walking a couple of miles, I eventually made a u-turn because I wasn't sure where the trail ended (even after looking at the map). I know it's no mall, but a "you are here" star somewhere on the map would have been helpful lol. I wasn't sure where I would end up if I kept walking, or if I would walk too far and end up not making it back to my car before dusk. Confession: I was low key following a guy who had arrived a few minutes before me and looked like he knew where he was going. Surprisingly, there weren't many people to choose from. Not sure if he noticed. Shhh! I enjoyed my refreshing outing and wouldn't mind exploring it further...with a buddy!

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!

there is a blocked off road for no apparent reason leading up to the park with a substantial detour…read moreupwards of 5 mins. there's a kiosk charging $10 to enter with no discounts available. also does not accept cash only on a card. the parking spaces are not very worn in by the grass and is a pretty steep slope to park. there were certain areas that were closed and fenced off.

I googled good place for a sunrise near me, and this park did not disappoint! I found myself…read morestraight up birdwatching! I haven't seen a crane in a long time, and I saw 2! Great place for a morning walk and a sunrise to start the day off right.

This is one of the most well-done parks in the area. I hope the Bedford Boys Ranch took note as…read morethey designed their $70 million renovation, but I'm not holding my breath. Andy Brown is a beautiful space, from the pond to the open fields, the sidewalk/bike path, multiple large pavilions, and fun playground. There are large, mature trees surrounding the park. We parked in the wrong lot and had to walk alongside the gym in order to get to the playground and I couldn't believe how beautiful the pathways were with all the trees and the small creek running alongside. Not what I expected from a city park! The playground itself ("Kid Country") is almost fully enclosed and is a sprawling assortment of things to climb up, swing on, and slide down. There is a play area in the toddler section with storefronts to spark pretend play. The ground is bark. There are large trees in the center of the play area that provide shade and make the play structure look more natural than your typical playground. Almost like a tree house. There are benches scattered throughout the play area and a large covered pavilion with multiple picnic tables underneath. The city of Coppell provides free WiFi there and there were multiple moms with laptops out, working, while their kids played. The only big negative is the distance from the playground to the bathroom. I understand that they probably built the bathrooms more toward the center of the park, but the wise choice would have been to also put an additional small restroom right next to the playground. It's too far of a walk for me to feel comfortable sending my younger kids over there alone and it's kind of a bummer to have to wrangle together the entire group every time one kid has to pee. Otherwise, a fabulous park. LOVE IT. Hats off to you, Coppell!

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.

Campion Trail is a nice place to walk, jog, or enjoy some fresh air. The trail is generally…read morewell-maintained and has some beautiful views along the way. However, certain areas felt a bit crowded, and I noticed a few sections that could use better upkeep. Overall, it was a decent experience, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Lago De Claire is located in the La Villita neighborhood. It is so pretty and I love all of the…read moreliving creatures that inhabits the area!

Lago de Claire is a small lake (or pond if you're from the north) that is at the heart of La…read moreVillita, a Spanish themed neighborhood on the edge of Irving-Las Colinas. A hidden getaway from the city, Lago de Claire is a 1.3 mile loop with spectacular views of the sunrise and sunset. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars Atmosphere - La Villita is a Spanish themed mixed-use neighborhood. There are apartments, town homes, parks, and single family homes. Right in the middle is Lago de Claire. On a cool, weekday evening or weekend morning, the lake is full of people and energy. You'll find families, runners, walkers, and people of all cultures. 1 Star. Service - The only service here is cell phone service, and it's good. 1 Star. Lake - I love walking around the lake every day. There's a gazebo on the north end of the lake, which is a great gathering/resting spot, and it overlooks the lake. On the east end are the canals, and you'll find several ducks or birds depending on the season. There's also a small square with two dancing statues. This is a very popular space for gathering and is especially busy in the evenings. I love walking around Lago de Claire at different times of days and take photos of the sunrise, sunset, and lake itself. Bonus - if you play Pokémon Go there is a gym here. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. I walk around the lake everyday depending on the time. It's the best part of this hidden neighborhood and a great place to visit. 1 Star.

What a pretty splash of water in the middle of this paved walkway with grassy decoration on all…read moresides. If you have a little more time than you expected when getting close to DFW, don't give those greedy pigs more of your money for parking, hang out here and enjoy the wonderful nature all around. It's less than 15 minutes to any of the terminals.

It's honestly a great location, it's just a shame that it's infested with wild life and the…read moresurrounding tenants do nothing to stop. Every morning on my walks I see loaves of bread scattered throughout the park, and even though there are signs that say not to do this, I still see this every day and see more and more birds in the area, resulting in pigeons flocking to nearby balconies, and destroying it with feathers and droppings. I would advise that if you know anyone that's doing this tell them to stop

Great neighborhood park!…read more There are paved walking paths that lead wound the park and end into the neighborhoods. There is even a beautiful metal and wood bridge that crosses the creek. The playground is small but kept neat. They replaced the wood chips with AstroTurf to give the park a modern look. The equipment is great for little kids. There's a basketball court for the older kids and there's a gazebo with tables so you can take a rest from all the fun. Even grills if you want to have a cookout. There are tables and trash cans placed around the park so you can have your own celebration. The park is usually quiet during the week. On weekends there are events like soccer games or workout sessions. The walking paths in the park are lit at night with lamp posts but there were less lights as you get closer to the neighborhoods. So I would bring a flashlight if you fancy a night stroll. Overall, a great little park!

Mandalay Canal is so peaceful. Wallking along side the canal, or riding the gondola makes you…read moreunderstand why this is a hidden gem. Nice dating spot to walk, talk or pedal together and enjoy each others company.

Amazing place to walk around with beutiful scenery and night vibes definitely a must. Great for…read morenice weather days