Eagle Mountain Park

The Got Weekend take

Why go

Eagle Mountain Park is where the prairie meets the cross timbers: 400 acres on the northwest shore of Eagle Mountain Lake, managed by the Tarrant Regional Water District, with more than 5 miles of natural-surface trails for hiking, walking and running. Most of the trail system is family-friendly, though some sections are more challenging, and the majority of the park has been left untouched so visitors can see native plants and animals in their natural environment — including remnants of structures from past generations who lived and worked on the property. The rules are strict and worth knowing before you go: no dogs, no bikes, no horses, no campfires, and the park is open only from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. A downloadable flyer and map PDF are available on the official page.

• 400 acres of largely untouched prairie and cross timbers on Eagle Mountain Lake
• More than 5 miles of natural-surface trails, mostly family-friendly
• Historic remnants of structures from the families who once lived and worked the land
• Downloadable park flyer and full trail map on the official page

Hikers, trail runners and families who want a quiet, undeveloped trail experience on the lake's northwest side. Not a dog-walking or biking spot — both are prohibited.

Make it your kind of weekend

• outdoors
• family outing
• solo exploring
• friends

A few visit notes

Free public park. Open 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, day use only. No dogs, bicycles, horses, campfires, hunting or fireworks. Bring water — amenities are limited near the entrance. Non-emergency park contact: (817) 720-4584.