Overview
- Texas Parks and Wildlife will lead First Day Hikes at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., offering beginner, intermediate, and challenging options that all require registration.
- Capacity is limited to 40 participants for the beginner hike and 70 for the intermediate and challenging routes, with day passes restricted and online reservations available up to 30 days in advance.
- The nearly complete park sits about 83 miles southwest of Fort Worth on former ranch land and features the 90-acre, motor-free Tucker Lake.
- The one-mile beginner Raptor Ridge Trail is described as smooth and wheelchair-accessible, providing an entry-level route with views of Russell Creek.
- A general public opening date has not been announced beyond the Jan. 1 preview, with officials expecting 2026 and advising visitors to arrive early as systems are finalized.