Things to Do around Denton

Denton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features over 73 miles (117 km) of trails within the city and more than 122 trails covering 632 miles (1,017 km) across the wider county.

Denton's outdoor routes have been explored by more than 10,000 visitors on komoot. The 24 available routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.

The Jeff LaQuey Trail (formerly Denton MTB Trail) is a notable mountain biking spot in Denton. Other popular locations include Isle du Bois and Johnson Branch near Lake Ray Roberts, and the Northshore Trail. For more options, consult the komoot guide MTB Trails around Denton.

The Jeff LaQuey Trail is designed to be beginner-friendly while also offering sections for experienced riders. Other locations like Frisco NW Community Park and Arbor Hills also provide varied terrain suitable for different skill levels.

Extensive hiking trails are available at the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, which features over 10 miles (16 km) of paths, and Lake Ray Roberts State Park. The Elm Fork and Pilot Knoll trails near Lake Lewisville also offer hiking opportunities. A comprehensive list is available in the komoot guide Hiking around Denton.

The Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center offers family-friendly hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. Many trails at Lake Ray Roberts State Park also provide accessible options. For specific easy routes, refer to the komoot guide Easy hikes around Denton.

The DCTA A-train Rail Trail offers a smooth, paved surface ideal for road cyclists. Other popular routes include the Flower Mound to Westlake loop via Horseshoe Trail and the Highland Village Trails Loop. More options can be found in the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Denton.

Denton provides numerous trails for running and jogging, including those at the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Lake Ray Roberts State Park, and the Elm Fork and Pilot Knoll trails. North Lakes Park and South Lakes Park also feature dedicated running paths. The komoot guide Running Trails around Denton lists additional options.

Denton's trails feature diverse natural landscapes including three major lakes (Ray Roberts, Lewisville, Grapevine), extensive greenbelts like the Ray Roberts Greenbelt Corridor, and river corridors such as the Elm Fork Branch of the Trinity River. The Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center preserves bottomland hardwood forests, upland prairies, and aquatic habitats.

Many trails in Denton are suitable for families. The Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center offers over 10 miles (16 km) of family-friendly hiking trails. The DCTA A-train Rail Trail is also a paved, accessible option for cycling and walking with children.

Specific regulations regarding dogs vary by park and trail. It is advisable to check the rules for individual locations such as Lake Ray Roberts State Park or the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center before visiting with a dog.

Komoot offers several guides for Denton, including MTB Trails around Denton, Hiking around Denton, Road Cycling Routes around Denton, and Gravel biking around Denton. Other guides cover easy hikes, running trails, and general cycling.

For general inquiries, the City of Denton Customer Service Department can be reached at (940) 349-8700. For non-emergency city-related questions or service requests, Denton 311 can be contacted by mobile phone at 3-1-1 or landline at (940) 349-7311.