Lake Arlington Paddling Trail is the first paddling
trail in the Dallas-Fort Worth area as well as the first
flat-water paddling trail in Texas. The construction of Lake
Arlington started on May 15, 1956 and finished on July 19, 1957.
The lake serves area residents as a recreational and fishing
spot and provides water for the City of Arlington. We appreciate
your cooperation in keeping our lake safe and clean!
Lake Arlington Paddling Trail is open to the public from
dawn to dusk.
For your safety, do not remain on the trail outside of these hours.
Lake
Passes Daily: $5
Annual: $25
Seniors Annual: $12
Put- In/Take-Out areas are marked by signs.
Please launch and dock from these designated areas.
Geo
Richard Simpson Park
6300 W. Arkansas Lane 76016
32° 42’ 45.9” N
97° 12’ 07.7” W
Eugene McCray Park
3449 Quail Road 76119
32° 42’ 53.5” N
97° 13’ 08.5” W
Bowman Springs Park
7003 Poly Webb Road 76016
32° 41’ 24.9” N
97° 13’ 03.4” W
Trail Description & Landmarks
Paddling Trail Length: ~ 10.9 miles total ~ 4 miles from Richard Simpson Park to Eugene McCray Park ~ 7 miles from Eugene McCray Park to Bowman Springs Park Float Time: ~ 3-6 hours (depending on water level, flow rate and
wind speed) Please note: Official trail does not connect between Bowman
Springs Park and Richard Simpson Park on the eastern edge of the
lake.
Shuttles and Rentals
Arlington Paddle & Outdoor Rentals, Inc. 1922 Glenhaven St. Arlington, TX 76010 Phone: 817-301-5646 ArlingtonPaddle.com
