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Bachman lake

πŸ“ Dallas, TX

β˜…4.8(6 Google reviews)

Bachman Lake Park covers 205 acres with a 3.08-mile trail loop, two playgrounds, skate park, family aquatic center, indoor pool, fishing lake, picnic pavilion, and a 16-station exercise circuit. Bonus: planespotting views of Love Field.

βœ“ fishing lakeβœ“ trail loopβœ“ skate parkβœ“ aquatic centerβœ“ planespottingβœ“ rowing
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Erick Hernandez

Un excelente lugar para ir a relajarte , correr , hacer ejercicio o simplemente mirar el atardecer Muy tranquilo y recomendable

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families who want an all-day outdoor destination with genuine variety. Young children gravitate to the playgrounds and aquatic center; teens head to the skate park. The trail loop works for strollers, joggers, and cyclists. Fishing is accessible from the shoreline for all skill levels.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Check the Dallas Parks site for current trail detours β€” Bachman Lake Dam rehabilitation work has caused temporary path closures.
⏰The Family Aquatic Center operates seasonally; the indoor Recreation Center pool is open year-round for swimming.
🎟️Stake out a picnic spot near the lake's north end for the best airplane-spotting views from Love Field flight paths.
πŸš—Fishing is allowed and the lake is stocked by Texas Parks and Wildlife β€” bring your own gear.

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πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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6 Google reviews

Trails & lake scenery40%
Aquatic facilities25%
Sports & recreation20%
Atmosphere15%
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Erick Hernandez

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β€œUn excelente lugar para ir a relajarte , correr , hacer ejercicio o simplemente mirar el atardecer Muy tranquilo y recomendable”

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Deb Teague

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β€œJust beautiful with the rowers in the morning!!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Bachman Lake is one of Dallas's most complete outdoor recreation destinations. The 3.08-mile hike-and-bike loop circles a stocked fishing lake, passing picnic areas and a historic pavilion. Two playgrounds anchor the family area. The skate park draws older kids and teens. Bachman Family Aquatic Center opens seasonally for water play; the indoor Recreation Center pool runs year-round with five 25-meter lanes, a spa, and locker rooms. A 16-station exercise circuit lines the trail.

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