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    Rockledge Park

    4.0 (52 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Map of the coves
    Lexi H.

    My boyfriend and I were looking for a nice area to take the dog with a lake shoreline for her hop in. I had saved this spot a year ago but finally got around to going. It's just over the bridge past the Gaylord so it's a hit of a hidden gem. Such a nice spot! $10 parking fee, but otherwise you can bring your own food, drinks, chairs, etc. Staff was friendly and recommended areas to go to. There's 6 coves with picnic tables and parking at each. We haven't explored the trails yet but they have a full trail of 23 miles and they break out into 2-3 mile loops. We brought our Tommy Bahama chairs and some drinks and enjoyed the nice weather. It was such a nice spot we saw an engagement! They close at 6:30 / 15 min after sunset

    Brent L.

    It's $10 per car to get in, so pack your front seat, your back seat, and your trunk with all of your friends and get a bargain! It's a very nice park near the dam with great lake views. It's good for hiking, picnicking, and they even have kayak and paddle board rentals. There appears to be an "unofficial" swimming area, but I was there in the dead of winter, so I didn't tempt fate and can't provide comments on that. (no camping or boat ramps in this park if you are looking for that) Several reviews mentioned a lot of litter, but I didn't see any litter in the park or along the trails. The trails are fun, with beautiful scenery and plenty of lakeshore views. I would consider the trails *slightly* "moderate." The hiking trail features moderate elevation changes but not overwhelmingly so. The trail connects this park to another park, so if you do your research you might be able to hit the trails for FREE (I saw a couple of free parking areas with access to the trails). Be aware that there are *TONS* of mountain bikers on these trails. The trails are designed to be "one-way" trails. After speaking with several bicyclists though, I received differing opinions regarding which direction hikers should be going. I tried going the same direction as the bikers and also tried going against traffic. I'll be honest, as a hiker I felt a LOT safer going against the biking traffic. There are many curves and hills here and if you aren't watching your back constantly, you risk being run over (if you are a hiker).

    Underwear

    Can be better, downhill since 10 yrs ago. More people throw garbage and no cleaning. Even with today's $20 entrance fee.

    Lake Grapevine
    Erika C.

    $10 for vehicle entry at the front entrance but definitely worth the money if you make a day out of it. Views were beautiful and it wasn't crowded in the morning. Trails both lake side and bike trails were fun to hike. Lots of activities can be done there: kayak rentals (see website for prices), paddle boarding, picnics, biking, swimming, etc. Nice to have a nature getaway so close. Looking forward to my next visit!

    Eri H.

    I'll start with the good things. There are 7 private coves (with parking, shaded picnic tables and a small beach area). I would recommend to come on a weekday early in the morning if you want some privacy and keep social distance with other groups. For 10$ per car this is a gem. There are so many things you can do such as kayaking, peddle boarding or fishing! Just many fun activities you can during summer! The only downside! It is quite dirty! Lots of trash in the water, outside of the water although I have seen maintenance going around picking up waste. I just don't get it, why ppl. have to leave trash behind! Unless you are physically incapable to use your eye hand coordination and pick up your water bottle, napkin or bottle caps I would say you are pretty selfish, rude and ignorant! Such a shame! This is such a nice spot to spend the day with your family and just have fun but the amount of trash everywhere makes me not want to come back during summer break! Maybe wait until it calms a little down after summer break.

    Friend's Gender Reveal Party
    Harish V.

    Great Place for Little Trekking, Kayaking , Jogging and awesome for photoshoots. The park is huge with well established roads to park at different locations with Restrooms and seating areas which offers good view of lake. Here for my friends gender reveal party and the pics came out great. Entrance is $5 for car , 1$ for bikes.Open from 8am till sunset. For professional photoshoots you need pay $50, which is bit costly.

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    We LOVE our times at the Jackson Pavilion at Rockledge Park! We are a church group and sometimes it's just good to get outdoors! The pavilion offers plenty of space and shade, lots of seating, is always clean, and offers a beautiful view of Lake Grapevine. And, there is plenty of parking. Once our worship service is over, many people love to stay after to picnic, kayak and enjoy the day. We are so glad this place exists (and is quite affordable for a group such as ours). We look forward to being there again!

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    Lizzy O.

    We absolutely loved coming here to see pretty water views. Our dog loved bounding up and down the rocks. We bought an annual membership for $60 and used it multiple times. The pass sticker is only valid for one vehicle. If you want a second car pass sticker the fee is an additional $20. It was totally worth it in order to see pretty sunsets over the lake.

    Dominik D.

    I was surprised that parks abutting Grapevine Lake are charge for entrance. It certainly has very scenic rocky environs and I would say $5 is not unreasonable.

    Lisa A.

    I want to know where the money we paid for entry fees go? This park was trashed! It was so disturbing, I've never been to a park this filthy with litter.

    Beautiful Sunsets at Rockledge Park. North Shore Trails are the Best hiking trails in the DFW area!

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    Definitely need water shoes because of the rocks, but it is a great place where you can swim, fish, hike, grill, etc.

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    Wonderful place for day trips, mountain biking. Come early because parking is tight. Needs more words otherwise enough said

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    Lonestar Adventure Sports - We are Beginner-Friendly! Free kayaking lesson with every rental!

    Lonestar Adventure Sports

    3.8(32 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    We had a wonderful experience this weekend at Rockledge park. We made reservations the night…read morebefore. The website was so easy to use. We made a reservation for a 1 hour double kayak and a paddle board. The morning of our reservation, our 3rd person decided not to come and the staff at lone star were so accommodating, they gave us a credit for the paddle board for us to use next time. The staff were so warm and welcoming, they made the check in process so smooth and we were out on the water within a few minutes. This was our first time at the lake and they gave us an overview of where to paddle, etc., as well. Over all a wonderful experience, and we will be back again with some friends. It's a beautiful lake with vibrant nature. A great way to spend the day!

    I truly cannot speak highly enough of this incredible place. What I thought would be a simple…read moreone-hour boat ride turned into the discovery of a fantastic new hobby--and even better, a great community of people who genuinely love the water. Peter at Lonestar Adventure Sports is phenomenal. He set me up with an excellent captain for my very first outing on a Hobie Getaway catamaran, and I was instantly hooked. I haven't been sailing in years but the team made me very comfortable and excited to get to do this again. After my 1hr sailing trip with Captain Chad, Peter introduced me to Captain David, and let me tell you--this man is the real deal. On Sunday, he took me under his wing and walked me through the rigging and setup of a Hobie cat, generously sharing his knowledge and passion while we prepared one of his boats for the water. Although the wind wasn't in our favor that day and we didn't get to sail, I left feeling incredibly grateful. I thought that was the end of the adventure--until I received a text from Peter inviting me back out on Tuesday. As luck would have it, my work schedule shifted, and I was able to join them. The wind was perfect, and we had three boats on the water, sailing in sync and enjoying every minute. It was an unforgettable experience. When I wrapped up that day, I left not only with a renewed love for sailing but with some new friends as well. I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in Dallas. Whether you're into kayaking, paddle boarding, or just testing the waters, the team at Lonestar Adventure Sports will treat you right. Highly, highly recommend.

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    Trinity River Expeditions

    Trinity River Expeditions

    3.9(14 reviews)
    20.1 miOak Cliff

    I had so much fun this weekend! This is the second time I have tried canoeing. At first I was a…read morelittle nervous about it, and it dissapeared after a while. The river was so calm and peaceful. We took our time and really enjoyed the luxury to just be. We saw turtles sunbathing, birds, a bobcat, and had a picnic on the boat ;-) It was a lovely experience. Charles took us to the river and picked us up. He is great; super cool guy and I can tell he knows his stuff! That made me feel confortable with canoeing. Looking forward to our next outing!

    Please disregard the negative reviews here....the outfit is wonderful! Charles is a true…read moreprofessional and a Trinity River expert. We were a crew of 4 flight attendants on a long layover in search of a day adventure. The Trinity River did not disappoint. The water level was high and a little swift at times which we enjoyed. Prepare to see many different birds and we had quite a few fish jump near our canoe. The water was just fine...we did not fear for our lives...the water was clean and what you would expect in a large city. Although you are in Dallas it seems more like a remote river out west at times. Please take heart in our review....we have traveled to every state in the country and tubed,whitewater rafted or gone canoeing in almost all of them if available. Trinity River Expeditions is a must do in Dallas...Thanks Charles!!

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    Discover Kayak - Kayak Basics class all lined up with Steve

    Discover Kayak

    4.7(31 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    We found Discover Kayak and Steve through a search in our local area for basic kayak instruction…read morefor our Girl Scouts to accomplish their paddling badge. First, working with Steve was so easy and relaxed! As you can imagine, coordinating a kayak trip with Texas weather and multiple involved Girl Scouts posed a bit of a logistical nightmare but Steve was understanding all along the way! He was understanding when we dropped a few girls and added one back on and when weather canceled us the first few times he was very clear and quick with the communication. Second, Steve was incredibly informative and patient with our Girl Scouts. This was a group of girls ages 11-15 but most of our group fell into the 11-12 year old range. He kept the girls on task and made sure they were watching at the important parts without coming across as too tough. The girls LOVED the experience and I highly recommend Steve and Discover Kayak to Girl Scouts and new kayakers alike. Thanks again Steve!

    I found Steve 3 years ago and gave him a try. It was "top-knotch". He had every skill level in our…read moreclass and handled everyone with ease. Last weekend I entrusted him to teach two dear friends who ARE NOT great swimmers. One had had a hip replacement. He was so patient and accommodating. He eased their fears, taught them and they already are begging to go back out. Thank you, Steve, for helping me introduce my friends to the world of kayaking. We are planning another small group for next month already.

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    Lakeview Park

    Lakeview Park

    4.6(7 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    Gorgeous bathrooms with a lovely view of the lake and ample seating. Just a heads up, payment is…read morerequired via a QR code. Non-compliance may result in a fine from law enforcement.

    Lakeview Park is located in Grapevine, TX and is a good place to kick back and go fishing or let…read morethe kids go loose at the playground they have to offer at this lake. Entering is as easy as scanning the QR code provided when entering the park and typing in your car license plate. As of June 2025, the entrance fee was $10, and this was on a weekend if that matters. Inside the park the car parking is very limited and to get a spot you either get lucky or just have to wait for other cars to leave. To prevent anyone trying to park illegal they positioned big rocks on the grass. There is a playground with swings and slides and multiple pavilions with shade. There is a small fishing pier and a beach like waterfront for swimming and fishing. We decided to try our luck and cast our rods out in the lake and surprisingly we caught a 3lb catfish within 10 minutes. We stayed about 2 hours and just got bites but nothing else. There are restrooms onsite and they have water fountains but when I was there, they were not working. There is a boat dock to release your boats and jet skis out in the water and while we were there, they had a good amount of people out in the water with their boats. Overall, we enjoyed our time here and will most likely return in the future for some fishing and hanging out with the family.

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