Murrell Park

About this site

Overview Murrell Park offers day use facilities, boat ramp access and primitive camping on scenic Grapevine Lake, in the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. The lake has become a premier recreation destination for the Southwest and offers some of the best camping, fishing and boating in Texas. This facility is open year-round, but particularly in hot summer months, the cool water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat. Recreation Murrell Park is popular for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing. The park is home to the well known Northshore Trail, which welcomes hikers and mountain bikers. Horses and moterized bikes including E-Bikes are not permitted on the Northshore Trail. Horses not permited in Murrell Park; however, there are horse trails available on the south side and west end of the lake. Hunting is not allowed in the park, but is available in some of the surrounding public lands. Anglers can fish along the shoreline or from the water; popular species include black and white crappie, catfish and bass. Facilities Murrell Park is popular for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing. The park is home to the well known Northshore Trail, which welcomes hikers and mountain bikers. Horses and moterized bikes including E-Bikes are not permitted on the Northshore Trail. Horses not permited in Murrell Park; however, there are horse trails available on the south side and west end of the lake. Hunting is not allowed in the park, but is available in some of the surrounding public lands. Anglers can fish along the shoreline or from the water; popular species include black and white crappie, catfish and bass. Natural Features Grapevine is an 7,280 acre recreational lake with 60 miles of rolling shoreline. The area offers a wide variety of wildlife to observe, including white-tailed deer, turkey, squirrel, armadillo, rabbit and numerous birds species. Nearby Attractions The nearby city of Grapevine offers many historical attractions as one of the oldest settlements in the county, dating back to 1844, a year before Texas became a part of the United States. Charges & Cancellations No refunds on weather related cancelations. Additional Info: This facility offers 11 tent-only campsites along the lakeshore with views of the water. All campsites have campfire rings, grills, and picnic tables; some have picnic shelters. Two pit toilets are provided. A community water spigot is available from spring through fall and is shut off during winter months; campers are recommended to bring their own water. The park operates year-round with a 14-day camping limit per 30-day period. Park gates open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Maximum of 2 tents, 2 vehicles, and 8 people per campsite.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

20 feet

Contact

• 817-865-2600
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234628

Location

32.997500, -97.089167