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SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL

Dallas, TX · Dallas County · 2.0 mi · Network

A flat 2.0-mile network. Good shade throughout; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeHigh shade
Certified dog policySource: Trails | Dallas Park and RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Trailhead #2

SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL is a 2.0-mile dog-friendly trail in Dallas, TX. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 105 ft. Looking for more options in Dallas dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across Texas? Use the sections below for dog policy, access points, shade/heat, water, terrain, and safety.

Dog Fit

Dogs allowed status, leash expectations, and suitability by dog type

Dogs allowed on leash in all Dallas city park trails. Leash required at all times.
Suitability by dog type

By Dog Type

How this trail suits different kinds of dogs

Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
78%
Good fit
Manageable length
Smooth, easy on paws
Well-shaded route
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
98%
Great fit
Flat & joint-friendly
Comfortable distance
Smooth surface — easy going
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
100%
Great fit
Usually quiet — fewer encounters
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
97%
Great fit
Paw-friendly surface
Well-shaded — stays cooler
Quiet — less stressful
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
100%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Flat — great for conditioning
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
12%
Not ideal
No water access found
Mostly dry route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded, flat trail — comfortable for most dogs

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsEasy walksHeat-sensitive dogsReactive dogsFirst-time trail dogs

Why this trail works

  • ~100% shade coverage along the route
  • Smooth surface — easy on paws
  • Essentially flat — average slope under 3%

Safety & Conditions

Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATHigh shadeHeat risk present
CROWDLowTypically uncrowded

Terrain & Comfort

Elevation, surface, shade, heat, and water signals for dog hiking comfort

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeHigh
WaterNone

Elevation & Width

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail presents a generally easy walking experience, with an elevation range of just 33 feet from its lowest to highest points.

Trail Effort

Easy

Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:105 ftGain/mi:52 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 105 ft gain + 52 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
554 ft522 ft0 mi2.0 mi12
Trail Width
In-between
Narrow
< 6 ft
In-between
6-10 ft
Wide
10+ ft
NARROWTypical: ~6 ftWIDE

Mixed width. Some side-by-side, some single-file spots.

Surface & Paws

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail features primarily hard surfaces, which is an important consideration for dog paws.

Surface

What your dog will walk on

Mostly: Concrete

Firm, consistent footing with less natural cushioning.

Hard surface riskSmooth / Paw-friendly

Top surfaces

Concrete
55%
Not mapped
45%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Concrete. A notable share is not mapped (45%). Surface data is incomplete for some sections—expect variety. Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best forstrollersroad bikesquick walks

Shade & Heat

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail is exceptionally well-shaded, boasting 100% shade coverage across its entire length.

🌳 Shade

HIGH

High shade coverage

100.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi2.0 mi12SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
0%
Partial
0%
Shade
100%
Dense
0%

Quick read

Most of the trail benefits from consistent tree cover.

Water Access

When visiting the Samuell-Grand Park Trail, it's crucial to plan for your dog's hydration needs, as there are no drinking water facilities available along the route.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 0%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby0%

Water types nearby

River

River

Quick read

Water is limited near the trail—bring enough for you and your dog. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots5
Capacity—
FeeFree

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail offers a decent array of amenities to enhance your visit with your dog.

Primary trailhead

Parking #1
Primary🔓 Yes access💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~25 m)

Other access points

Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~110 m from trail
Samuell-Grand Park

6200 E Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75223

🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured★ 4.5 (1151)

Amenities along the route

Nearby facilities around the start, middle, and end of this trail.

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.2 mi🪑 Benches (1)Benches at 0.2 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (4)22 picnic tables near 0.1-0.1 mi22 picnic tables near 0.3-0.3 mi🗑️ Waste bins (8)Waste bins at 0.0 miWaste bins at 0.1 miWaste bins at 0.2 mi33 waste bins near 0.3-0.3 miWaste bins at 0.3 miWaste bins at 0.5 mi0 mi2.0 mi12

Near the start

A few amenities nearby

🗑️Trash bins
3
closest: 50 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
3
closest: 78 m • very close
Point details
  • Trash bins area
    50 m • at the spot
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  • Trash bins area
    66 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    78 m • very close
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  • Trash bins area
    84 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    338 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    476 m • nearby
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Near the middle

A few amenities nearby

🪑Seating
3
closest: 34 m • at the spot
🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 35 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Seating area
    34 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    35 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    35 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    105 m • very close
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Near the end

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 129 m • very close
🪑Seating
6
closest: 23 m • at the spot
🗑️Trash bins
6
closest: 6 m • at the spot
Show 1 more
🅿️Parking
2
closest: 24 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Trash bins area
    6 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    14 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    18 m • at the spot
    ↗
Show 12 more
  • Seating area
    23 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    24 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    24 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    31 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    34 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    35 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    36 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    38 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    41 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    117 m • very close
    ↗
  • Restrooms area
    129 m • very close
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    170 m • short walk
    ↗
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Parking availability unknown
—Estimated capacity
5 parking locations
No known parking fee

Map & Route

Trail layout, trailheads, parking, and dog-relevant points of interest

Map

Explore More

Highlights, viewpoints, and bailout options

Highlights

Highlights

0 total
Closest: — · —

No highlights are available for this trail yet.

Bailout & exit options

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: highScore: 0.85

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 6Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 0 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 6Actionable exits: 6Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 0 mClosest near Midpoint: 156 mClosest near End: 0 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · 0 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 12 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 14 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 53 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi2.0 mi1.0 mi
6 actionable exits· closest 0 m from start
  • High access density (4.46/mi).
  • Route structure (network) supports alternate exits.
  • 3 intersections create more turn-off choices.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 0 m from start

EntranceIntersection
0 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 12 m from start

EntranceIntersection
12 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as low. Nearby emergency veterinary coverage appears when mapped in source data.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

No nearby vets found

No nearby veterinary clinics were found within search radius.

Hazards

Updated: —

Low
Bike: 3

Primary concerns: Bike conflict (3)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
0
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
3
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the Samuell-Grand Park Trail. The policy explicitly states that dogs are allowed on leash on all Dallas city park trails.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on the Samuell-Grand Park Trail. This is part of the Dallas Park and Recreation's blanket policy for all city park trails.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL?

No, there is no drinking water available for dogs along the Samuell-Grand Park Trail. Visitors should bring their own water and a portable bowl for their pets.

Is SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail is mostly shaded, boasting 100% shade coverage along its entire length. This makes it a comfortable option even on warmer days.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL?

The trail surface is primarily hard, with approximately 19% concrete and the remaining 81% being an unclassified hard surface. There are no natural or asphalt surfaces, so paw protection may be advisable on hot days.

How muddy does SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL get after rain?

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail has a low mud risk. Its predominantly hard surfaces drain well and dry quickly after rain, so it generally does not get very muddy.

How crowded does SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL get, and when is the best time to visit?

The Samuell-Grand Park Trail generally experiences low crowd levels. For the most peaceful experience, consider visiting during weekday mornings or later afternoons, avoiding peak weekend hours.

What is the parking situation at SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL?

There are five designated parking spots available at the Samuell-Grand Park Trail, and there is no known fee for parking. Access is generally easy with multiple entrances.

What amenities are available at SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

The trail offers one restroom, one bench, eight picnic tables, and ten waste baskets. However, there is no drinking water available, so plan accordingly.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on SAMUELL-GRAND PARK TRAIL (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

The trail has a low hazard class with no road or water crossings. However, there are three bike conflict proxies, so stay alert. While the trail is 100% shaded, always be mindful of ambient heat on hard surfaces.