Grapevine Lake Paddling Trail

Enjoy a paddling adventure of any length right in the heart of Grapevine on Grapevine Lake!

Trail Access

Meadowmere Park

Type:: Access Point
GPS Coordinates:: 32.9820, -97.1123

From TX 114 in Grapevine, exit Kimball Ave. and head north at the light onto N Kimball Ave. Park entrance will be on the left.

Lakeview South Park

Type:: Access Point
GPS Coordinates:: 32.9769, -97.0963

From TX 114 in Grapevine, exit Kimball Ave. and head north at the light onto N Kimball Ave. Turn left on Lakeview Dr. Continue onto Lakeridge Dr. and then bear right onto Lakeview Dr. into the park.

Oak Grove Park

Type:: Access Point
GPS Coordinates:: 32.9701, -97.0807

In Grapevine, follow TX 183 W/TX 114 toward the DFW Airport and exit Texan Trail (will turn into Ruth Wall Rd.). Turn left on Dove Loop Rd. and then take a right on Oak Grove Loop S into Oak Grove Park. Turn left on Darren G Medlin Tr. and the boat ramp will be at the end of Darren G Medlin Tr. on the right.

Navigating the Trail

Trail Length: 3.8 miles – 9.4 miles (depending on route taken)
Route lengths:

1.9 miles from Meadowmere Park Boat Ramp to Lakeview South Boat Ramp
2.8 miles from Lakeview South Boat Ramp to Tranick Park Boat Ramp
2.3 miles from Tranick Park Boat Ramp to Meadowmere Park Boat Ramp

Float Times:1-6 hours (depending on water level, route taken, time spent on lake, and wind speed)

Trail Description

This reservoir has a surface area of over 6,500 acres with a maximum depth of 65 feet and includes many drop-offs and underwater structure changes that hold largemouth bass. The lake generally lacks vegetation, however some emergent plants can be found in the upper end, and numerous areas of the lake have shoreline with large boulders.

Private Property

Respect private property by not trespassing or littering and keeping noise levels down. This river is classified as navigable, which permits public use of the streambed and, if necessary, the banks to portage any hazard. Any other use of private river banks without permission of the landowner can be considered trespassing. Under Texas Penal Code (§30.05), criminal trespass occurs when one enters property after receiving notice not to enter. Notice includes verbal notice, a fence, sign(s), purple paint on posts or trees, or the visible presence of crops grown for human consumption.

Trail Map

Things to Do and See

Fishing

Grapevine Lake offers excellent fishing for Florida largemouth bass, which are the most popular sport fish in the lake. White bass, white crappie, and channel catfish are also popular with anglers. The lake generally lacks vegetation, however some emergent plants can be found in the upper end. Numerous areas of the lake have shoreline with large boulders. This reservoir has a surface area of over 6,500 acres with a maximum depth of 65 feet and includes many drop-offs and underwater structure changes that hold largemouth bass. Rocky shorelines and boathouses are also good spots for largemouth bass. The water intake near the dam has an air injection area that attracts white bass. Highly successful fishing spots around the trail are McPherson Slough and Lakeview Park.

Wildlife and Ecology

The diversity of the habitat surrounding the lake supports a variety of plant and animal life which thrive in the oaks and cedar elms near the shoreline. Birds spotted at Grapevine Lake include the great blue heron, great egret, migratory waterfowl, and a host of songbirds. Common wildlife encountered include fox squirrels, raccoons, and white-tail deer.

Rentals and Shuttles

City of Grapevine, Meadowmere Park

3000 Meadowmere Ln
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-488-5272, www.playgrapevine.com
Kayak rentals, site camping, and SUP rentals

Discover Kayak

3000 Meadowmere Ln
Grapevine, TX 76051
972-369-9506, www.dfw-kayak.com/
Kayak Rentals, Instruction, and Fishing Tours

Partnership

This trail was made possible through a partnership between Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, City of Grapevine, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.