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River Legacy Parks

City park · Arlington, Texas

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 225 ft³/s
  • Gage height 43.27 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge W Fk Trinity Rv at Greenbelt Rd, Fort Worth, TX (1.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Oct 20 (median 182 ft³/s over 11 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time
Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 08049300, as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Barbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance

1,300-acre park housing miles of hiking & biking trails, picnic areas & a hands-on science center.

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Weather at River Legacy Parks

67°F, Clear · H 78° / L 62° · 2% chance of rain
H: 78° L: 62°
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Humidity
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UV Index
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Frequently asked questions

Where is River Legacy Parks?
River Legacy Parks is a city park in Arlington, Texas.
Can you swim at River Legacy Parks?
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is River Legacy Parks rated?
River Legacy Parks in Arlington, Texas has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 4151 reviews.

Location & Contact

701 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76006

Arlington, Texas 76006

Popular Times
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💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

People Talk About

💬 mountain bike💬 paved💬 bike trails💬 bobcat💬 wildlife💬 snakes💬 armadillos💬 raccoons💬 off road💬 road biking

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground
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