Best Outdoor Swimming Spots In DFW
1200 Meandering Way
Fort Worth, TX 76114
(817) 737-3414
www.burgerslake.com
A jewel created by Mother Nature, swimming at Burgers Lake is pure watery fun. Plentiful swimming space and a laid back atmosphere abound at Burgers Lake. Spice up the relaxation with a trip down the naturally formed water slide for kicks before nuzzling back in to a cool corner of the lake with friends and family. Spanning 30 acres, one of these acres is taken up by the pristine, spring-fed swimming lake. Lifeguards are staffed for safety, on both sand-laden beaches. When you're ready for a break, 300 picnic tables are at your disposal. When the energy is back up, try out the swimming trapeze, any of many diving boards, or 20 foot natural water slide!
5700 Lake Ridge Pkwy
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(972) 237-4120
www.joe-pool-lake.org
Remade in the spring of 2007, the swimming area has a nice sandy beach. There is plenty of room for swimming on the beach, and there are activities right on the water. Lynn Creek Park has picnic space, sandy volleyball courts, and even a playground and concession stand to fill the gaps between spurts of dog paddling and the backstroke. Located in Grand Prairie, this beach is too close to pass up!
5800 Park Road 21
Cleburne, TX 76033
(817) 645-4215
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cleburne
Not far from the city lies Cleburne State Park, within its boundaries, you'll find the sparkly waves of Cedar Lake. During summertime, swimming safety is key and one of the main ways to make lakeside swimming safer is to swim where high speed boating and jet skis are not allowed. Boaters at Cedar Lake are not allowed to make waves, ensuring a peaceful and quiet swim for families after working up a sweat on the plentiful, scenic trails.
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14032 Heartside Pl
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
(972) 919-8720
http://fbh2o.com/
Farmer's Branch Aquatic Center has almost too much to offer this summer season. In addition to the four lane pool at the Margaret Young Natatorium, and outdoor pavilions to compliment the indoor birthday party facilities, visitors to the Farmer's Branch Aquatic Center can bask in the sunshine outside as they swim. For the sun-lovers, there is a great outdoor swimming area called The Frog Pond. The Frog Pond has a lengthy lazy river, wet play area and even two slides measuring in and 30 feet each!
7900 Northaven Road
Dallas, Texas 75230
(214) 739-2737
www.jccdallas.org
The J of Dallas has year-round swimming, including classes, training for competitors, and recreational swimming for everyone. With indoor and outdoor facilities, all swimmers are welcome. Renowned for their youth swimming classes, The J of Dallas's competition pool spans 25 yards and six lanes. Children will be thrilled to pass the day at the spray park and warm water pool with enchanting views of the facilities. Swimming hours are Monday through Friday from 7 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 7 p.m. and weekends from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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