there's a pretty nice walking path here. could have more updated signage. cute little pond. would…read moreoverall recommend. there's bathrooms too.

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.

I have always enjoyed this park. The bike trail that extends for several miles through trees and…read morefields is a pretty ride. This park specifically has a large open area that the main drive circles around. The creek runs along the side. After 4 years, it surprises me they still haven't fixed the trail and the beginning of the trail head. Still fenced off with a gravel trail along the fence. It's a beautiful area.

The pictures in the review are misleading…read more The park is pretty dirty and overgrown. And there are limited signs so it took awhile to even find the lake. And the lake is disgusting. Stinks. It looks like several things are new: like the basketball court and playground. But the surrounding areas are absolutely neglected. Not the park for a peaceful walk.

My review is solely on the pond. I only come here for fishing and I always have a blast. The park…read morecan get pretty busy so getting there at a good time for fishing is key. I've met a few friendly locals as well. The park could be a bit cleaner but it's not too bad. This is definitely one of my favorite spots.

I frequent this park since it's not too far from my home. It has a small pond but don't expect to…read morecatch a trophy fish...or many fish at all for that matter. Fishing here does require a fishing license. There is a nice pavilion and I saw a elementary school graduate here but it looks like a good place to have an outdoor wedding (assuming you're looking). All and all, it's a peaceful park and good place to relax.

Apparently the city of Cedar Hill has completely forgot about this park, well the pond at least. I…read moreused to go fishing here about 2 years ago and there were lots of catfish in the pond. Now the pond is overrun with moss and leaves. If you caught a fish you wouldn't be able to reel it in. The surrounding area is really nice and spacious. It's great for people who live in the subdivision.

Is it Colorado? No, but these are some of the best trails for a "hike" you will find close to…read moreDallas. It's a great place to go for a walk in the woods with some elevation change up hills (don't expect mountains) that will provide some challenge without being defeating for those of any ability level. There are some pretty views, and you get the feeling of being out in nature and more connected with the earth. It's pretty crowded; on a Sunday at 8, I had to wait in a line to get in. Go early to secure a parking spot. They let people in as others leave, so the whole time you're there expect to see plenty of others out on the trail. No issues with bugs on March day. I especially love Cedar Ridge for trail running because it's challenging and perfect for training without destroying your legs. This is a hot spot for trail runners for sure. Definitely a must see for nature lovers in the DFW area. Temper your expectations if you've hiked out of state, but just remember it's really nice relative to more limited opportunities to "get outside" (in the words of REI) we have in this region.

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!

I've been on a few fishing charters, but this one, was by far the most unique, jaw dropping,…read morethrilling experience we've ever had. I took my two kids, and dad. My family hasn't stoped talking about the trip, since we left the boat. Captain milton wasn't just knowledgeable, he took the time to educate, was patient and genuinely cared to make sure we all had the best experience possible. This trip wasn't just an amazing experience, it was a memory that we will never forget! Thank you captain milton, we will return!

From the owner: We specialize in targeting GIANT sized Alligator Gar and Blue Catfish. Give us a call for a…read moreguaranteed trip of a lifetime! Company events are welcome Child friendly We clean all of your fish as well

The park itself is huge! It sits along Joe Pool Lake. We rode our bikes around the first night -…read more6.6 miles and probably only saw half of it! There are lots of places to picnic, swim, launch your boat and more. As for the campsites themselves, they could really use some TLC. The pavement where you park is crumbling (saw this on all the sites), roads coming in are rough and bumpy so go slow. It looks like they haven't cut the grass in ages. For our site, the grass is mid-shin high and you have to "wade" through it to get to the picnic table. Our site is just wide enough and long enough for our 40' RV and Jeep. The sites are pretty private with trees in between each site.

Cedar Hill State Park turn out to be a great place to go for a day hike, however, they seem to have…read moremany campsites available as well if that is what you were looking for. Driving up to the ranger booth, there was a lot of room to weights similar to national parks where multiple lines could form to get into the park. It was easy to pay the admission fee and we were given a park map that showed us what hikes were available and where they were. On there, they also had annotations on what amenities were available, including a former homestead that they had preserved. We ended up hiking the Talala Trail, which was a little over 2 miles. There wasn't much parking available at the trailhead, about 8 to 10 parking spaces available. This particular trail gradually went down towards the lake and back up as a loop but there is no water access when we went, the leaves still had it formed on the trees and shrubs, so there was clear visibility to which direction we were going I would imagine that there would be a bit more shade during the summer months, though the shrubs didn't seem like they were very tall. We thought the views from the Talala Trail were okay, but the views from the day use areas were better. One picnic area seemed to have lake access but we couldn't be sure how shallow or deep the water was up against the shore since we didn't try to go in. We did see that they had three mountain biking trails and we saw many mountain bikers in the area. They also had some fishing docks along the lake. Unfortunately, though, all the water fountains were turned off when we were there so we weren't able to refill our water bottles. We did check out their gift shop, which wasn't very big, but they still had a decent selection of gifts to purchase. As with any other Texas State park, they have their own park stamp just like the national parks passport program which I personally enjoy collecting. All in all, we enjoyed our time here and we were able to get a good hike. This park is situated in a hilly area of the DFW metroplex which allows for scenic views and more variation to trail options.

Great urban getaway amid the hustle and bustle that is McKinney. Only 20 years ago McKinney was a…read moresleepy little north Texas town that had seen it's better day. However, having always had something special going for it,the north Texas growth has breathed new life into this 10 square mile area formerly " historic" McKinney. This little lake created by forward thinking city planners is more and more a community gathering point. Just to the west is a full blown Frisbee golf course, hiking/biking trails and more. I just discovered a new addition today. A lighted walk,with music,to enjoy after dark I'll be back.

Beautiful park for walking & spending some time with nature…read more We wanted to visit this park for a while glad finally we made it. There are multiple spots to park which we loved it. Very well maintained park , nice concrete pathway for walking & jogging. Saw many people who came early morning for fishing. It's a huge layout so didn't feel rushed every one was enjoying walking or jogging at their own pace. Ample seats for taking breaks or enjoying nature. Loved the vibe here all locals coming for walks , children enjoying parks & slides , enjoyed watching birds, turtles, fishes. There is ample parking place around the park & very well connected to all the local roads & highways.

I was here for a walk and a look around this 8 acre park that is centered around Bailey Lake. Yes,…read moreit is actually stocked with fish. Yes, you need a fishing license. I'd really recommend catch and release (who knows what fertilizers and such drain into here) but it is stocked with catfish and perch. The lake includes a large picnic shelter with tables and a fireplace. Restrooms (thank you!) and a walking trail that loops 0.6 miles around the lake. The parking lot isn't huge but it was good enough. This park does not have a playground. [Review 16028 overall - 215 in Texas - 1533 of 2021.]

Nice walk around a beautiful lake, very pleasant. I think it's a little over 1/2 mile around, not…read moresure... but there are lots of other longer trails off of the main one, both paved and not. Love to explore when I have time. Very beautiful at sunrise with the mist on the lake-- walk counter-clockwise for the prettiest view of the pink sky reflected in the lake. Sometimes the ducks are out and an egret or two