Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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North Shore Trail
This trail gets its name from its location—the north shore of Lake Grapevine—and is a favorite among
Dallas/Fort Worth hikers, runners, and cyclists. The trail has lots of rocks and roots and lots of ups and
downs, but nothing too steep. Sunny weekends can bring crowded trails as nature lovers come to take in
the lake views from the trail's cliffs.
Distance: 6.1 miles out and back
Approximate hiking time: 2.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail surface: Dirt, some paved concrete
Best season: Mar through Sep
Other trail users: Mountain bikers and runners
Canine compatibility: Leashed dogs permitted
Fees and permits: No fees or permits required
Schedule: Park open daily sunrise to sunset
Maps: TOPO! Texas CD
Trail contacts: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; (817) 865-2600; http://www.swf-
wc.usace.army.mil/grapevine/index.asp
Special considerations: Some portions of the trail may be underwater if lake levels are
above normal. Water is turned off in winter to prevent freezing.
Finding the trailhead:
From TX 121 north, take the Bass Pro Drive exit and turn left.
Head west to a stoplight. Drive ahead to the Northwest Highway (after two lights) and
turn left again, heading south. Drive for approximately 0.5 mile and turn right (west)
onto Fairway Drive. Drive across the Lake Grapevine dam and then over the spillway.
After 0.25 mile you will see the Concourse Golf Course on the right and the entrance to
Rockledge Park on the left. Turn left into Rockledge Park and then right at the first fork
in the road. Drive all the way past the restroom facilities (which are on your right) to the
edge of the lake directly in front of the trailhead. GPS: N32 58.975' / W97 04.058'
