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.
The Trinity Trails is a massive 100+ mile network of paved trails running along the Trinity River through Fort Worth and into surrounding communities. It’s completely free, open year-round, and one of the best urban trail systems in Texas for families who want to bike, walk, jog, or just get outside without leaving the city. Best sections for families: The stretch from Trinity Park (near the zoo) to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is one of the most scenic and family-friendly segments - about 3 miles of flat, paved trail along the river with shade trees, playgrounds, and restrooms along the way. The Gateway Park section on the east side is another great family route with wide paths and river views. ...
Twenty-five miles of trails wind through forests, prairies, and wetlands where kids can spot a real bison herd and an active prairie dog town. The quarter-mile boardwalk over the marsh is a hit with younger kids who love peering down at turtles and frogs. Inside the Hardwicke Interpretive Center, hands-on exhibits teach about local ecosystems, and the staff runs excellent family programs on weekends year-round.
One of the last patches of untouched native prairie in North Texas, right on the edge of downtown Fort Worth. In spring the wildflower displays are spectacular, with bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush carpeting the hillsides. Kids love scrambling up the hills for the panoramic skyline views from the top, and the trails are short enough that even less enthusiastic hikers can handle the full loop. A playground and picnic area near the trailhead round out the visit.