A popular DORBA mountain bike area along the Trinity River with trails that are excellent for kids transitioning from paved paths to real dirt riding. The beginner loop is short and confidence-building with smooth flow features. More advanced trails wind through dense riparian forest with drops and rock gardens for older riders who want a challenge.
Over 26 miles of singletrack winding along the north shore of Grapevine Lake through dense oak and cedar forest. Older kids who are ready for real mountain biking will find trails ranging from beginner-friendly smooth sections to rocky technical descents. The lake views along the eastern sections are gorgeous and there are plenty of spots to stop and rest or skip rocks on the water.
A 524-acre nature preserve with over five miles of dirt trails winding through bottomland forest along Rowlett Creek. Kids love the creek crossings where they can splash and look for crawfish and tadpoles. The mountain bike trails maintained by DORBA give older kids a fun challenge with berms and tabletops on the skills loop.
A 212-acre park with 10 miles of well-maintained mountain bike trails that are ideal for kids learning to ride dirt for the first time. The progressive skills course lets them build confidence at their own pace before hitting the real trails. Twelve primitive campsites are scattered through the woods for families wanting a low-key overnight experience, and there is a playground and pond near the parking area for younger siblings who just want to run around.