3 Best Hiking Trails in Lewisville, TX

“Central Park is Lewisville’s Sesquicentennial Park, celebrating 150 years of independence for the Republic of Texas. The trail contains 39.5 acres, of which approximately 5 acres are separated on the west side of Edmonds Lane. This trail is an ideal location for family or group picnics, birthday parties, small weddings, and more. The hiking trail also features an interactive story walk for kids and families. Visitors can also enjoy various amenities such as spacious playgrounds, barbecue grills, picnic tables, public restrooms, and three picnic pavilions, including one bandshell for the comfort of visitors. Central Park has designated areas for pets.”

“LLELA Nature Preserve is a 2,600-acre natural area that features Blackland prairie and is adjacent to Lake Lewisville. The trail has a diverse array of wildlife, including over 360 vertebrate species, such as mammals like deer, river otters, and armadillos, as well as many bird species, including a nesting pair of bald eagles. The trail also includes classroom areas of tallgrass prairies, bottomland, and cross-timber forests, along with the Elm Fork and its associated wetlands. Hikers, birders, and wildlife watchers have over seven miles of trails to enjoy at this nature area. LLELA Nature Preserve also features a wheelchair-accessible parking lot, public restrooms, kid-friendly hikes, and picnic tables for visitors' comfort.”

“North Shore Trail is an ideal destination to have a relaxed time with friends and family. The trail is located 8 miles from Lewisville. This is a 19 out-and-back trail with an elevation gain of 862 feet. This is generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a beautiful nature trail along the lakefront with red clay paths and red cliffs. This trail includes hiking, running, biking, dog walking, and walking. There are lots of flora and fauna present on the path. The trail also has an excellent flow, a mix of wide and narrow, shaded and open areas, singletrack, tight turns, bridges, creeks, large rock drops, and short, challenging climbs. North Shore Trail also features kid-friendly hikes and designated pet-friendly areas.”