Pink Evening Primrose Trail

Fort Worth, TX · Tarrant County · 3.3 mi · Network

A flat 3.3-mile network. Partial shade (79% coverage); water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeSome shade
Certified dog policySource: Animal Control Laws | Fort Worth, TXBest in spring and fall; avoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Trailhead #3

Pink Evening Primrose Trail is a 3.3-mile dog-friendly trail in Fort Worth, TX. Includes leash-required policy details · medium shade. Elevation gain is about 164 ft. Looking for more options in Fort Worth 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 must be on a leash (max 6 feet) in all Fort Worth city parks. Owner must hold the leash at all times.
Suitability by dog type

By Dog Type

How this trail suits different kinds of dogs

Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
80%
Great fit
Manageable length
Smooth, easy on paws
Warm; bring extra water
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
90%
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
58%
Fair fit
Paw-friendly surface
Warm — check ground temp
Quiet — less stressful
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
97%
Great fit
Good training length
Flat — great for conditioning
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
58%
Fair fit
1 water access point
Water along most of the route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded, with swim access trail — good fit with minor considerations

Best for

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

Use caution if

Dogs off trail

Elevated hazard rating — road crossings, terrain, or other risk factors present

Most comfortable when

Morning or late afternoon

Limited shade — more comfortable outside peak midday hours

Why this trail works

  • ~79% shade coverage along the route
  • Swim access confirmed — water features along the route
  • Paved surface — easy on paws

Safety & Conditions

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

HAZARDSHigh
SHADE / HEATSome shadeHeat risk present
CROWDLowTypically uncrowded
NEAREST VET1.5 km awayVeterinary Emergency Group

High hazards

11 risky road crossings; 34 bike conflict zones

Terrain & Comfort

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

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeModerate
WaterGood

Elevation & Width

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail is an exceptionally easy walk, suitable for dogs of all ages and energy levels.

Trail Effort

Easy

Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:164 ftGain/mi:49 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 164 ft gain + 49 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
607 ft568 ft0 mi3.3 mi123
Trail Width
Narrow
Narrow
< 6 ft
In-between
6-10 ft
Wide
10+ ft
NARROWTypical: ~0 ftWIDE

Mostly single-file with tighter passing space.

Surface & Paws

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail features a predominantly hard surface, with approximately 72.

Surface

What your dog will walk on

Mostly: Concrete:plates

Good grip and generally paw-friendly on most stretches.

Paw-friendlyHard surface riskSmooth / Paw-friendly
Surface along the trail
ConcreteUnknownConcretePavedUnknownConcrete:platesConcreteConcrete:platesPavedUnknownConcrete:platesPaved0 mi3.3 mi123HardUnknownGravel/Compacted

Top surfaces

Concrete:plates
41%
Concrete
29%
Paved
17%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Concrete:plates. A notable share is concrete (29%). You will also encounter paved (17%). Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best forstrollersroad bikesquick walks

Shade & Heat

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail offers a medium amount of shade, with approximately 74% of the route providing some tree cover.

🌳 Shade

MEDIUM

Moderate shade coverage

79.2%
Shade along the trail
0 mi3.3 mi123SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
21%
Partial
0%
Shade
74%
Dense
5%

Quick read

Roughly half the trail has meaningful tree or canopy coverage. Expect mixed sun and shade.

Water Access

Hydration is key on the Pink Evening Primrose Trail, as there are no dedicated drinking water facilities for dogs or humans.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 83%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby83%
Water along the trail
RiverLake / PondRiverLake / PondRiverStreamRiverDry — no water within 200 mRiverStreamLake / PondRiverLake / PondRiverDry — no water within 200 mRiverLake / PondRiverLake / PondRiverDry — no water within 200 m0 mi3.3 mi123RiverLake / PondStream

Water types nearby

Lake/PondRiverCanalStream

Lake/Pond • River • Canal

Quick read

Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots13
Capacity14spaces est.
FeeFree

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail offers a modest selection of amenities to enhance your visit.

Primary trailhead

Parking #1
Primary🔓 Permissive access💵 Fee not posted📍 ~230 m from trail🅿 Medium lot

Other access points

Trailhead #3
🔓 Yes access💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured
Pink Evening Primrose Trail

Flower Mound, Pink Evening Primrose Trl, Flower Mound, TX 75028

🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured5.0 (2)

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 2.3 mi🪑 Benches (4)Benches at 2.1 miBenches at 2.3 mi22 benches near 3.0-3.0 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (2)22 picnic tables near 2.1-2.2 mi🗑️ Waste bins (1)Waste bins at 3.1 mi0 mi3.3 mi123

Near the start

A few amenities nearby

🪑Seating
2
closest: 22 m • at the spot
🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 37 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
8
closest: 115 m • very close
Point details
  • Seating area
    22 m • at the spot
  • Trash bins area
    37 m • at the spot
  • Seating area
    45 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    115 m • very close
  • Parking area
    295 m • short walk
  • Parking area
    307 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    381 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    451 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    453 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    509 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    555 m • nearby

Near the middle

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 46 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
6
closest: 28 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
3
closest: 117 m • very close
Point details
  • Seating area
    28 m • at the spot
  • Restrooms area
    46 m • at the spot
  • Parking area
    117 m • very close
Show 7 more
  • Seating area
    137 m • very close
  • Seating area
    139 m • very close
  • Seating area
    139 m • very close
  • Seating area
    149 m • very close
  • Seating area
    156 m • short walk
  • Parking area
    322 m • nearby
  • Parking area
    401 m • nearby

Near the end

Mostly parking nearby

🅿️Parking
2
closest: 285 m • short walk
Point details
  • Parking area
    285 m • short walk
  • Parking area
    455 m • nearby
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Limited parking
~14 spacesEstimated capacity
13 parking locations
No known parking fee

Arrive early on weekends — spaces may fill quickly. Multiple access points reduce congestion near trailheads.

Map & Route

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

Map

Explore More

Highlights, viewpoints, and bailout options

Highlights

1 highlight on or near the trail

🏛️ HistoricHistoric · 2.1 mi0 mi3.3 mi123

Highlights

1 total
Closest: Memorial · 103 m

Memorial

Historic · Memorial

Nearby
103 mfrom trail
Open OSM
Bailout & exit options

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: highScore: 0.75

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 25Dead ends: 5Closest Start: 0 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 30Actionable exits: 25Dead ends: 5Closest near Start: 0 mClosest near Midpoint: 357 mClosest near End: 81 m
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25 actionable exits· closest 0 m from start5 dead ends
  • High access density (9.02/mi).
  • Route structure (network) supports alternate exits.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 0 m from start

EntranceDead End
0 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 136 m from start

EntranceDead End
136 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as high. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

Nearest vet: 0.9 mi

Veterinary Emergency Group

0.9 mi from trail · Emergency vet · 3614 Long Prairie Road

Banfield Pet Hospital

1.0 mi from trail · Veterinary

Garden Ridge Animal Hospital

1.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · 349 Glencairn Lane

VCA Animal Hospital

1.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3041 Long Prairie Road

Highland Pointe Animal Hospital

1.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6150 Morriss Road, Flower Mound, 75028

Hazards

Updated:

High
Road: 23Risky road: 11Bike: 34+1 more

Primary concerns: Road crossings (11 risky), Bike conflict (34)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 23
Risky: 11
Water crossings
11
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
34
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on Pink Evening Primrose Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the Pink Evening Primrose Trail. It is a dog-friendly trail where canine companions are welcome to join their owners.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Pink Evening Primrose Trail?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash on the Pink Evening Primrose Trail. Fort Worth City Code Chapter 6 mandates that dogs must be on a leash (maximum 6 feet) in all city parks, and the owner must hold the leash at all times.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Pink Evening Primrose Trail?

No, there is no drinking water available for dogs along the Pink Evening Primrose Trail. There are zero drinking water facilities, so you must bring your own water and a portable bowl for your dog.

Is Pink Evening Primrose Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail offers a medium amount of shade, with approximately 74% of the route providing tree cover. While a good portion is shaded, there will still be significant sun-exposed sections.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Pink Evening Primrose Trail?

The trail surface is predominantly hard, with about 72.4% paved, primarily consisting of concrete plates. There are no natural surface sections, meaning your dog's paws will be on hard ground for the entire 3.32 miles.

How muddy does Pink Evening Primrose Trail get after rain?

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail has a low mud risk. This is because it is mostly paved, allowing water to drain quickly and preventing significant mud accumulation even after rain.

How crowded does Pink Evening Primrose Trail get, and when is the best time to visit?

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail generally experiences low crowd levels, even though it is near residential and commercial areas. For the quietest experience, consider visiting during weekday mornings or late afternoons.

What is the parking situation at Pink Evening Primrose Trail?

There are 13 parking areas with an estimated capacity for 14 vehicles near the Pink Evening Primrose Trail. There is no known parking fee associated with these spots.

What amenities are available at Pink Evening Primrose Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

The Pink Evening Primrose Trail offers one restroom, four benches, four picnic tables, and one waste basket. However, there are no shelters, information boards, or drinking water facilities.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Pink Evening Primrose Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Yes, there are high safety concerns due to 23 road crossings (11 risky), 11 water crossing points, and 34 bike conflict proxies. The heat risk is medium, and the terrain is mostly flat with an elevation range of only 39 feet. Natural water sources are present but not suitable for drinking.