Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Lake Grapevine Horseshoe
Trail
This hike takes advantage of streets closed to traffic to enjoy a wide pathway through a post oak forest
and to great views of Lake Grapevine. The trail goes past soccer fields, baseball diamonds, and a picnic
pavilion, ending at a lakeside playground, making it a great outing for children.
Distance: 4.5 miles out and back
Approximate hiking time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Trail surface: Paved
Best season: Year-round
Other trail users: Cyclists, in-line skaters
Canine compatibility: Leashed dogs permitted
Fees and permits: No fees or permits required
Schedule: Park open daily 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Maps: TOPO! Texas CD; maps available online at www.grapevinetexas.gov
Trail contacts: City of Grapevine Parks and Recreation Department; (817) 410-3450;
www.grapevinetexas.gov
Special considerations: This hike is gorgeous around sunset. Cabins and campsites are
available at the Vineyards campground, which also offers kayak rentals and a geocach-
ing program. For more information call (817) 329-8993 or visit
www.vineyardscampground.com.
Finding the trailhead:
Take TX 114 west from Dallas to Grapevine and exit at Park
Boulevard, bearing right at the fork to stay on Park. Drive about 1 mile to intersection
with Dove Road and turn left onto Dove. The parking lot for the trail is about 0.25 mile
on the right. GPS: N32 57.345' / W97 06.308'
