Cedar Hill State Park

We are here now camping and this is one of our top favorite places to camp!! Check in is a breeze unless it's super packed which it was yesterday and it took like 20 mins to just get inside but after checking in, its mind your business season. We had a survivalist Alfonso solis come out who works off Donations and he taught like a 3 hour class that was fantastic! Can't wait to book him again for our private camping. We were camping today with a charter school of 7th graders!!!

Cedar Hill State Park is an absolute gem for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers! Nestled just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, this park offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. From the moment you enter, you're greeted by sprawling landscapes, lush greenery, and stunning views of Joe Pool Lake. The hiking trails are the crown jewels of the park, offering something for everyone--from casual walkers to seasoned adventurers.One of the most memorable aspects is the balance of tranquility and challenge. Some trails are perfect for peaceful strolls, while others, with their inclines and rugged terrain, offer a satisfying workout. The breathtaking vistas from higher points on the trails make every step worth it, especially during sunrise or sunset when the sky paints the park in brilliant hues.

Came out to hike the Dora short trail but it was so badly rutted from mountain bikes it was very difficult to walk. Also the bikes approach quickly forcing walkers to step into the brush to avoid getting hit. I was so glad when we were finished with this trail and won't be going back

Achoooo!!! This state park is aptly named- it's full of cedar trees. Achoooo!! This is a cool park on a man made lake in the south part of the DFW Metroplex. It's got lots of areas for camping, fishing, hiking and biking. I explored the park's historic area, which is the ol' Penn Farm, established a long time prior. They let you wander around the cattlepens, the yards and chicken coops of this long defunct farm that has since been turned over to the State Parks system. They exhibit old pieces of farming equipment, like tractors and cotton gins or whatever. The south part of the park is a big mountain biking / hiking trail. Be sure to stay on the trails- there's stretched called Poison Ivy Alley and Snakes Head Bridge. The biking area is pretty gnarly- they have cool wooden ramps and boardwalks and banked turns that have been improved upon by the local Boy Scout Troop. The lake is pretty beautiful, and there's plenty of access points and boat ramps and places from which you may fish. When I went, I saw a road runner! Meep Meep! It's pretty hot out here in the summer, but they do allow for swimming! Yehaw!

Fantastic park convenient to most in the DFW area. A well developed man made lake, lots of natural trails with some challenging grades, and a variety of camping spots for RVs & tents. Lots of North Texas wildlife within the park. Lots of fairly close stores to pick up forgotten supplies outside of the park.My last trip was to support an open water swim and bike event. The large parking lot and asphalt roads were perfect for the event.

This is a state park meaning you have to pay to get in. There is a $7 fee to enter the pass and they typically sell out by 2:30pm. Try to get your entry pass online and you can order them months in advance. You can also purchase an annual texas state park pass for $70 so you and your family can enter any state park without getting charged entry fees. You can easily spend your whole day here with your whole family. You can go hiking, fishing, biking, kayaking, boating, camping and bbq-ing. Its an awesome state park and the hiking trails are really fun. I'd love to come camping here one day because the lake that's in the park is beautiful. I went hiking on a hot July day and had a great time with my 2 friends. We did get lost so we had to turn back around from the duck pond trail (8 mile) because the path was obstructed by overgrown bushes. Overall I'm coming back in the fall when it's cooler! This is an awesome place even for kids!

Took my son here this weekend for his fist camping trip. The grounds keepers were very nice. The camp site was very clean upon arriving here. They have hookups for RV's on the sites. The lake was beautiful and everything was well kept. The camp site has decent shade and they were a nice size. I recommend this State Park.

On Friday I participated in a guided Full Moon night hike on the Duck Pond Trail. Ranger Sarah performed her duties above and beyond the call of duty when sixty people showed up for the hike. (The hike was supposed to have been on an RSVP basis with a thirty person capacity.) In spite of the "swelling crowd", everything seemed to go well with no issues that I could perceive. The full moon was definitely out in full force and lit up the trail quite well. There was only one section of the trail in which we had to use our flashlights. In all, I would definitely go on another guided hike again in the near future. Cedar Hill has a lot of events planned. Please check them out. They are great for the entire family.

This is a great park. its close to Fort Worth/Dallas and surrounding areas. ALOT of wildlife around so don't fear the sounds in the night. THE GOOD:There are some GREAT camping/RV areas here you can rent. The staff is very friendly. The lake is LARGE and beautifull. and all other campers are FUN to talk too - specially the drunk ones with no shirts that are walking around! LOL! - nothing to fear, extremely friendly set of folks!THE BAD: really bad Ant and Chigger problem and seems this has been going on for years. glad they allow dust to spread around your camp site. They don't empty their dumpsters frequently during holidays so the trash is all over the place. They Plumbing seems to be bad in ALL the rest rooms. They don't flush. You will be greeted with some LOGS in the toilets most of the time. Woman's restrooms are down to one stall 99% of the time. the Showers just feel nasty - and all the times I have showered there they clog up. I still recommend this place to everyone. its a much needed get-a-way in a wold the is run by Technology!

I love the trails here! I wanted to become a volunteer and was in the process. I had been approved to volunteer but when I reached out to Susana Cruz and a wildlife biologist to figure out my volunteering schedule they ghosted me completely. Extremely disappointed about it. If you want to volunteer here good luck