Lakes and Rivers
Hiking
River Legacy Parks
1,300-acre park with paved trails and mountain biking along the Trinity River. Free. Works from toddler age. A half-day trip.
Ages
2–18+
Cost
Free
Duration
~3h
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
On the water
A 1,300-acre urban oasis along the Trinity River with over eight miles of paved hike-and-bike trails shaded by towering pecans and oaks. Kids love the custom-built playgrounds, and older kids can tackle the 10 miles of off-road mountain bike trails. A canoe launch gives families easy access to the river, and the adjacent River Legacy Living Science Center has indoor nature exhibits with live animals that younger kids find fascinating.
Stroller Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pricing
Free park entry; Science Center has separate admission
Common Questions
- How much does River Legacy Parks cost?
- River Legacy Parks is free to visit. Free park entry; Science Center has separate admission
- What ages is River Legacy Parks good for?
- River Legacy Parks is best for kids ages 2 to 18+.
- Is River Legacy Parks stroller friendly?
- Yes, River Legacy Parks is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to River Legacy Parks?
- Yes, dogs are welcome at River Legacy Parks.
- How hard is River Legacy Parks?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is River Legacy Parks free?
- Yes, River Legacy Parks is free!
- What should I bring to River Legacy Parks?
- Life jacket, dry bag for your phone, water shoes, sunscreen, drinking water
- How long does River Legacy Parks take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at River Legacy Parks.
- When is the best time to visit River Legacy Parks?
- Calm mornings, before the afternoon wind picks up