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Lakeside Park South

4.6 ★★★★★ 718 Google reviews · Running trail in Rowlett, Texas · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Lakeside Park South's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

ShadedScenicStroller / ADATrailhead parking

Lakefront park with volleyball courts, picnic tables and playgrounds.

What runners say about Lakeside Park South

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (718 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“Nice quaint clean park with scenic views!”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“There is a playground, volleyball, fishing, beautiful water and lots of friendly ducks.”

🌳 shaded & cool 3 mentions

“However, they’re plenty of trees for shade.”

We loved this park! We randomly decided to take a walk at the park and found it full of excitement. Benches alongside the lake to sit and fish a small play ground a volleyball 🏐 net ( the kid's wanted to stop and watch the game) park pavilions, table BBQ pits.

★★★★★ — Ambrecia , May 2022

My friend and I belong to a women's walking group. She found this place and it's perfect. There is a playground, volleyball, fishing, beautiful water and lots of friendly ducks. 😊 Great parking. We'll definitely be back‼️💕👣

★★★★★ — Jeanette , Mar 2023

This a beautiful space that is a hidden gem. Great to view sunsets and get away from the city’s hustle and bustle. I came this past Sunday evening, mediated, journaled and walked the short walking trail. I love It!

★★★★★ — Lori , Mar 2021

We have been coming here for years. There are only a couple of grills and only one covered area, but overall this park is amazing for walking, fishing, meditating, and photo ops...across the street there is also an awesome launch point for kayaks

★★★★★ — Emily , Feb 2019

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“There is a playground, volleyball, fishing, beautiful water and lots of friendly ducks.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“However, they’re plenty of trees for shade.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Lots of benches to sit on and port-O- potty's spaced out with a decent amount of parking.”

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Plan your run at Lakeside Park South

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiterowlett.com
  • Phone+1 972-412-6145
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 am–11 pm
Tuesday 6 am–11 pm
Wednesday 6 am–11 pm
Thursday 6 am–11 pm
Friday 6 am–11 pm
Saturday 6 am–11 pm
Sunday 6 am–11 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Lakeside Park South

1171 C A Roan Dr, Rowlett, TX 75088

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.