Take a Hike
Trails to Discover in Denton County
If spring fever has you longing for the outdoors, then Denton County’s trails are calling. From shady lakeside paths to kid-friendly loops right in your neighborhood, these ten trails offer fresh air, scenic views, and worthy challenges for every pace, pedal stroke, and weekend adventure.
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center
3310 Collins Rd., Denton 76201
7.7 miles | Easy
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Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center offers more than seven miles of easy, family-friendly dirt trails through wetlands, bottomland forest, and prairie, giving hikers and casual bikers a true “escape into nature” just minutes from town. With plenty of shade, wildlife viewing, and flexible routes, this trail is a favorite for all ages.
South Lakes Park Trail (Denton)
556 Hobson Ln., Denton 76205
3 miles | Easy
South Lakes Park Trail loops around ponds, sports fields, and open green space, giving walkers and casual cyclists a relaxed, scenic route without leaving town. Wide concrete paths mixed with a short soft-surface loop gives nature lovers and beginners alike something to like. Lakeside views, playgrounds, and easy parking keep this spot busy on sunny weekends.
Bluebonnet Park Trail
1801 Parkview Dr., Flower Mound 75028 16.2 miles | Easy
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Bluebonnet Trail is Flower Mound’s signature paved route, with over 16 miles of connected sidewalks and paths tying together parks, playgrounds, and neighborhoods. Residents can walk or ride without ever loading a bike rack. Its length, connectivity, and park access make it especially popular with families and fitness walkers.
Purple Coneflower Trail
1200 Gerault Rd., Flower Mound 75028 8.1 miles | Easy
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Purple Coneflower Trail offers roughly eight miles of mostly paved path, linking it to Bluebonnet and other nearby parks. This meandering trail gives users a quieter, neighborhood feel, complete with benches, pet stations, and proximity to playgrounds, making it a go-to route for dog walkers, parents with strollers, and casual riders.
Pink Evening Primrose Trail
Stone Creek Park
1400 Fuqua Dr., Flower Mound 75028
12.5 miles | Easy
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Running roughly 12.5 miles north to south, Pink Evening Primrose Trail weaves through several community parks and connects back into the Bluebonnet system, providing residents a long, continuous route for invigorating walks and bike rides. Its draw comes from easy access, gentle grades, and the ability to customize distances by hopping on or off at different parks.
Cross Timbers / Northshore Singletrack
Murrell Park
880 Simmons Rd., Flower Mound 75022 10-15 miles | Moderate
Along the south shore of Lake Lewisville, the Northshore-style singletrack at Murrell Park offers roughly 10-15 miles of rolling, wooded trail with limestone outcrops and lake views, attracting mountain bikers from across North Texas. With a blend of flowy stretches and technical sections, intermediate riders will be challenged while still remaining hikeable for fit walkers.
Lakes of Argyle Trail
Lakeside Dr., Argyle, TX 76226
1.2-mile loop | Easy
Wrapped around neighborhood lakes and open green space, this short, paved loop is ideal for relaxed evening walks, kids learning to ride, and quick “stretch your legs” outings close to home. With its peaceful waterfront views and easy access for residents, Lakes of Argyle Trail combines leisure and convenience.
Pilot Knoll Park Trail
218A Orchid Hill Ln., Highland Village 75077
7.9 miles | Easy to moderate
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Pilot Knoll Park’s lakeside trails wind through shady Cross Timbers woods and along the Lake Lewisville shoreline, offering hikers and recreational riders scenic views and frequent wildlife sightings. The mix of campground roads, natural paths, and gentle elevation makes it approachable yet serene. Popular with local families looking for a quick “mini getaway” close to home.
Denton Creek / Creekside Loop South of Argyle
Denton Creek, south of FM 407, Argyle/Justin area
11.4 miles | Easy to moderate
This roughly 11.4-mile creekside loop follows Denton Creek south of Argyle toward the Northlake/Justin area, offering a picturesque blend of open views and tree-lined stretches that appeal to cyclists, hikers, and anglers. The moderate distance and mostly gentle terrain make it ideal for riders wanting a “country feel” without driving far.
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA)
201 E Jones St., Lewisville 75057
6 miles | Easy to moderate
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LLELA’s 2,600-acre urban wilderness at the base of Lewisville Lake Dam features about six miles of natural-surface hiking trails through wetlands, riverside woods, and prairie, plus fishing and paddling access. Hikers love its wild feel, birdwatching, and the sense of getting “out of town” while remaining mere minutes from I-35.
