Park · Dallas, TX

River Legacy Parks

About

1,300-acre park housing miles of hiking & biking trails, picnic areas & a hands-on science center.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 4,385 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 20 rated parks we list in Dallas.

It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in Dallas are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Dallas.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 4,385 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Dallas
Measured against the 20 rated parks we track in Dallas.
A genuine local landmark
4,385 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 10:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
4,385 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about River Legacy Parks

What is River Legacy Parks?

1,300-acre park housing miles of hiking & biking trails, picnic areas & a hands-on science center. It is a park in Dallas, TX, at 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd.

What are the opening hours at River Legacy Parks?

River Legacy Parks is open 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at River Legacy Parks?

Yes — River Legacy Parks is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at River Legacy Parks?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is River Legacy Parks good for kids?

Yes — River Legacy Parks is flagged as family-friendly.

How is River Legacy Parks rated?

River Legacy Parks holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,385 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Dallas has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including Cedar Ridge Preserve, Epic Central Park and Addison Circle Park.