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Walker's Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 215 Google reviews · Running trail in North Richland Hills, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Walker's Creek Park'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.
City park featuring baseball and softball fields, a walking trail, and picnic areas.
What runners say about Walker's Creek Park
“The park is well-maintained, and the trails are in excellent condition, making it easy to navigate and walk around.”
“Visited while on a trip to DFW, this is a gorgeous park, lush with several unspoiled patches of nature, and a good walking/cycling trail.”
“Only complaint is that there are long stretches of path without any shade which can be brutal during the summer.”
“The park offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long day.”
Four softball fields, two-way paved fitness trail, small playground, restrooms. Water fountains, bike racks, and plenty of free parking.
It's one of my favorite parks in Tarrant County. The trail is meant more for walking but you can ride along it for sure. You have to cross a few streets at the end to connect to the other riding trails in the area. The playground is so so but still a good option for younger kids.
Beautiful place and huge. It's a small park itself but has a massive trail. I enjoy walking the trails you wind up in a rich end neighborhood with a bridge of animals in the water. Ducks and geese can be found but all and all it's beautiful and peaceful.
Photos are of the trail that goes north from Walker's Creek Park on either side of the "lakes." A beautiful place to take a walk; nicely mowed on either side with nice views of the creek and surrounding neighborhoods.
Trail conditions & character
“Visited while on a trip to DFW, this is a gorgeous park, lush with several unspoiled patches of nature, and a good walking/cycling trail.”
“The only reason it gets a 4 star rating for me is a lack of public restrooms, but that can be remedied by the city in the future.”
“Only complaint is that there are long stretches of path without any shade which can be brutal during the summer.”
“Parking can fill up but the fields are always in excellent condition.”
“The park offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long day.”
“Four softball fields, two-way paved fitness trail, small playground, restrooms.”
“Water fountains, bike racks, and plenty of free parking.”
Plan your run at Walker's Creek Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Websitenrhtx.com
- Phone+1 817-427-6620
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–11 pm |
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