Hiking and Biking in Arlington

If getting your cardio in is at the top of your trip itinerary, breathe easy. Arlington is home to dozens of fabulous hiking and biking trails that will help you get your heart rate up and bring your stress down. From riverside trails to an ever-expanding group of interconnected cycling paths, the parks in Arlington, TX, have a little something for every exercise enthusiast.

And thanks to its location on the Trinity River, Arlington is known for a quintessential and stunning Texas landscape: majestic oak trees, expansive prairies and grasslands, and big blue skies all make for picturesque hiking and biking scenery.

Hiking & Biking Trails

If you’re itching to get out in nature and up your step count, plan to do some hiking in Arlington, TX. Lace up your boots and hit one of the many nature trails in and around town.

North Arlington

Slip into the magical realm of the Crystal Canyon Natural Area. This hilly 40-acre nature preserve offers a half-mile trail in a forested oasis located just a couple of miles from the Entertainment District. Convenient as well as enchanting, Crystal Canyon is fun for the whole family.

Perhaps even more convenient to the Entertainment District, the Dr. Robert Cluck Linear Park, located in between AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field, is a quiet creekside haven in the heart of one of Arlington’s busiest areas. Tuck in here for a restorative hike along Johnson Creek and enjoy the wetland landscape, lush trees, and winding trails. Thoughtful artwork and water features add to the serenity of this charming park.

Randol Mill Park, one of the most popular parks in Arlington, is home to a sweeping array of amenities, including tennis courts, a skatepark, basketball courts, and more. It’s also an excellent place to hike and bike thanks to smooth paved trails throughout.

East Arlington

For a short hike in a lovely setting, head to Bob Cooke Park. Appropriate for all ages, the park features a simple 1-mile hiking and biking trail that weaves through soothing green space. Pro tip: Don’t forget to pack some bread crumbs—when you cross the bridge over the park’s pond, you can feed the ducks.

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