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Crystal Canyon Natural Area

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This hilly 40-acre preserve offers a 0.5-mile trail & interpretive signs amid forest & rock terrain. People often mention trail, walk, nice, park, walking, find,


Address

1000 Brown Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011

Website

www.arlingtontx.gov

Contact

(817) 459-5474

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (610 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 5 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 5 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 5 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 5 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 5 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 5 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: trail (18) walk (9) nice (8) park (7) walking (6) find (6)
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  • 5/5 Hannah W. 11 months ago on Google
    Wonderful walking trail! Beautiful flowers and rocks (I know, right? Beautiful rocks? It’s true.) and evidence of wildlife. The walking trail itself is short - you can do a loop in ten minutes or so. There are multiple off-shoots to follow, though, and explore for much longer. Several Pokéstops and gyms, too 😉
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Sandra G. 1 year ago on Google
    Didn’t feel really safe seeing a mattress, beer bottles, and trash. My experience was not pleasant. Other areas of the trail were nice but I will not be going back by myself.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason R. 6 months ago on Google
    Really Nice trail just minutes from Six Flags. We were in town for the weekend and needed something to do in the morning. So we tried out the little gem. The trail is small and is easy to complete. We found a couple of side trails that venture farther into the woods, good times. To the right of the trail there is a wide open area where you can actually find crystal. Nothing to big, but fun to find.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jimmy V. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place for a quick hike. Lots of shade.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy R. 2 years ago on Google
    My favorite park in the Arlington area! Love walking my dog here. It's so pretty, and you can fine actual crystals!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Smarika (. 2 years ago on Google
    We just found out about this and went on a walk. It’s pretty small, nothing much to do, we were almost done with our trails in like 20 minutes. But it’s beautiful, it’s natural. You can hear voices and chirps which our dog really loved as he was getting distracted few times. The sunset was magical.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manmit S. 2 years ago on Google
    Quiet spot.. good to walk and breathe some fresh air. Nice chill spot. There is mini stream area near one of the pedestrian bridges. Im sure there is more water post rainy days
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nLUVwJESUS !. 11 months ago on Google
    We found handfuls of crystals on the huge hill to the right as you walk in..we were able to take a nice nature walk after traveling and we enjoyed the time we spent there even though we didn’t walk around all of the property, mainly just the front. It was fun just looking to see what crystals we could find, and we’re shocked to find them so easily! It’s nice, especially being as it’s FREE and in the middle of a big city! Thank you!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex N. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to hike in the city of Arlington. The path is in a circle and brings you right back to where you began. This is an excellent way to get some "nature" in with the family. Just remember to bring water when it's hot because the only water source is at the beginning of the trail.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark F. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a really a nice park it's in Arlington off of brown boulevard and it's a short walk unless you take the off path trails it's not a bad climb at all is all dirt and gravel there's a lot of bridges not much water in there not like it used to be but I'm assuming it's because he rain total is low but is a good place to go and you can see a lot of nice things and there's actually you can find gems in there it's a nice park
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Catrine C. 1 year ago on Google
    The trail is nice and they have several signs to help explain the fauna, animals, even architectural choices for the trail. The only downside is how much trash you'll see deeper into the trail. When I had went someone had recently dumped a lot of trash into the river, making it a strange white and foamy consistency? Don't recommend staying past dusk or before dawn, definitely has Bobcats and Coyotes out there.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee H. 4 years ago on Google
    We love this place. Our pups seem to have so much fun when we go here. Such a beautiful hidden gem on the city. It has a different vibe based on the weather. So many changes in plantation and local wildlife.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kate S. 9 months ago on Google
    Pretty, little park with a gentle trail. Lots of benches. Good for those with limited mobility or energy and enjoyable by everyone.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 G A. 1 year ago on Google
    Really good walking trails and they have a huge hiking trail as well . Very steep in some areas and be careful with spider webs and insects. They are out there . Amazing trail with of different ways around the trail..................................🦋🦋🦋🦋Don't get lost and be cautious Be careful........... Lock your car and hide your belongings like you should normally . 🌿🌿🌿🌿🦟🐌🐛🐜🐝🐞🕷️🪳🪲🦗🦋🦋🦋🦋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mateo G. 1 year ago on Google
    Tammie was amazing. She goes above and beyond to help you feel comfortable and at ease. The facility itself is top tier and the staff are extremely friendly. My daughter used to be afraid and nervous to go to the dentist now she actually likes it. Tammie is the one who made her feel comfortable and relaxed. Highly recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Heather B. 6 months ago on Google
    It was a great mini hike for my 6 year old. We went off the main trail and into the smaller trails. A beautiful view once you climb a certain hill. I am just so disappointed in the trash that is left. There was also a homeless encampment we came across, which would not have been too terrible if not for the disaster of litter. The parking is also very limited.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mary Densmore L. 1 year ago on Google
    Disappointed there are no crystals there, short uninteresting walking trail but had some fun exploring the dry river bed. Unfortunately when we returned to our car in the small parking lot at the trailhead, someone had smashed in the rear window and stole several items. There was nothing worth the hassle they caused. Most of all we felt unsafe in the area after that,

  • 3/5 Abel P. 2 years ago on Google
    The name pretty much sums it up, there are actual small fragments of crystal scattered throughout the park so you can pick them up as you walk. You can even dig some and find some huge ones buried by the red hill. The park itself is about 15-20 mins long. Great for a nice brisk walk.

  • 3/5 Charles O. 1 year ago on Google
    The trail at this large natural park is way to small. To truly enjoy the woods, one will have to go off-trail, whish is frowned upon.

  • 5/5 Brittney M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice shaded nature Trail, easy for all ages to walk, pet friendly, people were digging for crystals and shared a few with me, look like fun so will be returning!

  • 3/5 russell g. 9 months ago on Google
    This is a heavily shaded walking trail. There is almost no parking. When I was there, parking was filled with people sleeping in their car? If you bring your drone, there's nothing to see, but tree canopy.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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