Ft. Worth, TX Outdoors

[Anapqvd]

I'm new to the Ft. Worth/Dallas area. What are the best outdoor spaces to go to? I also love volunteering in the outdoors, I'd appreciate it if you know about something! Thanks!!!

[REI-JohnJ]

@Anapqvd  Thanks for reaching out!

Congrats on your recent move to the Fort Worth/Dallas area! We reached out to our team in Fort Worth for some suggestions on outdoor recreation. Here is what they recommend:

• The Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
• The Trinity Trails network
• The Trailhead at Clearfork (which is part of the Trinity Trails network)
• Panther Island has paddling available.
• The Fort Worth Stock Yards (not necessarily outdoor recreation, but highly recommended!)

Additionally, if you are looking for some stewardship opportunities, we recommend connecting with Groundwork Dallas or BikeDFW.

I hope this helps, best of luck!

John

[JoJo13]

@Anapqvd Wichita National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma is a little more than 2 hours drive.  Found out about it and went there this spring for the first time (after living in DFW 37 years) - prettiest place I’ve seen within a couple hours’ drive!  Lots of hiking and wildlife.  They have a herd of bison.  

[DogScout1]

@AnapqvdDepends on what you like to do.  For easy day hiking, I like the Benbrook Horse and Nature Trail.  You can get a 10 mile hike in (out and back) from the trailhead. 

http://www.swf-wc.usace.army.mil/benbrook/Recreation/Trails/      

Lake Mineral Wells State Park has hiking of various levels as well as camping.  You can also rent canoes, kayaks, SUP.   https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-mineral-wells  

Trinity Trails for biking/running/walking.  Lots of miles available and multiple trailheads throughout the area.