Hiking Trail · Dallas, TX

River Legacy Parks East

About

Sizable park featuring a river & forest, plus a children's playground, trails & picnic areas.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 1,248 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM — 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, 15 more hiking trails 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 hiking trails in Dallas.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 1,248 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
1,248 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 – 12:00 AM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
1,248 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 hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about River Legacy Parks East

What is River Legacy Parks East?

Sizable park featuring a river & forest, plus a children's playground, trails & picnic areas. It is a hiking trail in Dallas, TX, at 1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd.

What are the opening hours at River Legacy Parks East?

River Legacy Parks East is open 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at River Legacy Parks East?

Yes — River Legacy Parks East 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 East?

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

Is River Legacy Parks East good for kids?

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

How is River Legacy Parks East rated?

River Legacy Parks East holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,248 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Dallas has 15 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Spring Creek Nature Trail, Hike - Cedar Ridge Trail Parking and KATY Trail access for strollers.