It's such a beautiful setting. The lake is alive with all types of wildlife. The city keeps it…read moreclean. My only complaint is the overgrowth of the small island that the ducks stay on at night. Wish they (the city) would clean that up. It's becoming a part of the land instead of an island of safety for the ducks. Glad they are keeping the backfield mowed more. It looks nice.

We didn't spend a ton of time here, but it looks like a nice park. They've got more horseshoe pits…read morethan anyplace else I've ever seen. The dog park is split into separate areas for large and small dogs. We let our dog run around for a few minutes and play with other dogs. Everyone seemed to be responsible about keeping an eye on their dogs.

Hidden gem that is perfect to cool off on a hot day. Great for kids of all ages. A little difficult…read moreto navigate after it rains and is very muddy, but still fun.

We didn't actually spend much time at the park, but it looked nice. Rather, we accessed the Taychas…read moreTrail through the park. In case you're wondering about which way to go on the trail, because it goes both north and south from the park, please please go north. We didn't know any better and decided to go south, figuring we'd go around a half mile, get to the end, turnaround, and hit the rest. Well, the trail now connects to another trail on the south side of 121. If you're planning to walk to the south end and turn around, you've got a long way to go. After a mile going south, we turned around. The south stretch (most of which isn't actually Taychas) isn't shady and honestly isn't that great. However, the north stretch of Taychas trail from the park was very nice. Much more shade and available trash cans (for throwing away dog poop bags you carried along your southern journey). Unfortunately, we ran out of time and didn't get to see the northern end, but we will...next time when we decide to go north instead of south!

I haven't really stayed at this park, but this is where we parked our cars to start our hike on the…read moreCross Timbers Hiking Trail. The trail head is located on the far west part of the park. There's a craptastic map of the hiking trail at the trail head, but here's a link for good one. http://www.cedarbayou.com/cross_timbers.asp The trail has a lot of inclines and declines and you can camp along the trail where where possible.

Be careful which campsite you pick, there's one or two right across the place where RVs empty their…read morewaste...ugh. I had the misfortune of standing down wind. Thank God we weren't staying there. Like Joseph B., I came to hike. I mistakenly assumed this whole area is flat, and that's what I told the 9 other people in my party. I should have looked at a few more links because almost immediately there were short but steep hills - about 10 in succession just for the first 5 miles. And that's about as far as we got before we turned back. We were exhausted, but it was worth it. Even the three marathon runners in our group said it was a good workout. Start at the W. Juniper Point trailhead, not Cedar Bayou Marina, or you will miss some of the better lake views from the trail. You can follow the trail markers to Lost Loop or cut through the Marina and continue on the Loop on the west side of the Marina. Start early because it gets pretty hot mid-day in March. I'm so excited to find good hikes in N. Texas.

Nice place w/restrooms and picnic area. Good fishing.It was really clean outdoors. I did not go…read moreinto the facilities, so I can't comment on the condition inside restrooms. Nice trail. It had been mowed.(you can tell. Didn't have to worry about running upon a snake or some critter. I did not see where to pay the $7 though, so I decided to see if I could find it online. No ATM's etc. There was a metal box it seemed, but I wouldn't deposit any cash into that. They need a better means of collecting the $7. maybe at the entrance? Maybe they are working on that. (smile) Overall, it was a great experience and I did catch some buffalo fish. My neighbors caught a nice channel catfish using cut bait.

great spot on the lake. there was a pier for fishing. also a good network of nice walking paths.read more

Best lake in my opinion clean , people were so respectful and friendly, waters were clean and…read morebeautiful! Thanks for the experience

We love this state park. Very quiet and peaceful with nice hiking trails. We fell in love with the…read morepig and goat at the "petting zoo". However, we were VERY disappointed in two things: 1) The cabins are old and unkept. We had a hole in the wall near the front door and daylight showing under the front door. The entire cabin was filled with ants. They were on the floor, walls, and ceiling. Every hour I was running around squashing ants. We had to hang everything on hooks/hangers or leave it in the car. Water leaked from underneath the tile in front of the shower. The staff said the State has the money to renovate, but they keep delaying it. So sad to lose customers because they won't spend the money to update it. 2) The pet fee is $40 per day per pet. We had 2 dogs totaling 22 pounds. There was NO extra work on behalf of the staff after we left. Most place charge a deposit that is refundable if there is no damage. They should review their pet policy and consider reducing or eliminating the fee and instead having a refundable deposit. With $80/night for the dogs and $110+ for the cabin, we could have stayed in a nice VRBO home with a fenced backyard and without bugs.

We took a ride down here today to check it out it's been several years. Upon entering the area we…read morenoticed a mineral springs area. Wasn't much water in the spring but the creek was flowing with a heavy smell of sulpher. Also stopped by the Buson viewing area but did not see any. Not sure how many are left here. We drove around thru the park nd seen a deer eating along the road. Wasn't scared at all. There are several swimming holes and small waterfall/rapids areas with plenty of camping spots. There were a lot of folks out and camping. The park is about 10k acres sitting in the start of the Arbuckle Mountains. Great day trip.

Parking, walking, learning, family time! The his place was amazing. It's obviously a diamond as it…read morewas full of people over the holiday break. It was a delight seeing so many families setting up near the water for the fourth. The river is cold the rangers are knowledgeable and the fountains or springs are majestic. It was great walking through the trails with my kids getting back to nature. thank you for a great time.

Awesome park for kids all ages, multiple different areas for different age groups…read more Many sitting areas and the play areas are mostly fenced in beside the entrance which is nice

If you're looking for the gold standard of playgrounds in Frisco (or honestly, anywhere nearby),…read moreHope Park is it. This is hands-down one of the most thoughtfully designed, beautifully maintained, and inclusive parks I've ever visited. The playground is massive, separated into different sections by age group, which is a lifesaver if you have both toddlers and older kids. Everything is built with accessibility in mind ramps, wide pathways, sensory features, musical instruments, and even mini pretend storefronts that spark imaginative play. The rubberized ground covering is such a bonus for safety too soft, clean, and comfortable for little ones learning to navigate the world. There's also a splash pad right next door, which is an absolute magnet on hot Texas afternoons. Shaded picnic tables and benches are scattered throughout the park, making it easy for parents and caregivers to relax without feeling like you have to hover the entire time. What makes Hope Park extra special is the heart behind it. It was created by the Frisco community with the dream of building a place where all children no matter their ability level could play side by side. You can feel that spirit when you're here. It's not just a playground; it's a celebration of inclusion, joy, and togetherness. Pro tip: It can get very busy on weekends, so early mornings or weekday evenings are perfect if you want more space to roam. Parking is plentiful, and restrooms are nearby. Five huge stars!

I just realized I forgot to add the prices so I was lazy and copied this. Sorry…read more * Adults (13+ years), Weekday: $9 * Adults (13+ years), Weekend: $12 * Children (6-12 years), Weekday: $6 * Children (6-12 years), Weekend: $9 * Children (5 years & under), Weekday: Free * Children (5 years & under), Weekend: Free * Seniors (55+ years), Weekday: $6 * Seniors (55+ years), Weekend: $9 * Active Military (with ID), Weekday: $6 * Active Military (with ID), Weekend: $9 Note: Fees are subject to sales tax and may include additional charges for activities like fishing. For camping or cabins, extra vehicle and per-person fees apply.

The reviews of this place were so confusing. We decided to give it a go and I'm torn honestly. The…read morefalls are beautiful. There's a lot of nature. But it could be so much more than it is. You're a bit at the mercy of whoever is there. A lot of people were there for the day backed up to a covered spot and blaring music. There was a depressing amount of trash around. The castles are neat and after doing some web searching we found some history about them (not offered by the park itself which is odd). Some areas feel pretty unsafe. The store just sells towels, $2 water shoes for $20 and life vests. No swimming allowed today (it's still winter and because of flooding) but a lot of people were in various areas of the river. The bathrooms were spread around the upper areas and I think mostly for campers and cabin folks. No one is policing anything though. The ports potties were rank.