Big Rocks Park
Big Rocks Park
4.5
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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amanda p
Houston10 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We visited early July 2020. I think we would have enjoyed our visit a bit more if we would have been there at a cooler time of the year. The rocks are really neat and if it wasn’t blazing hot, could have spent more time exploring the area. There is a walking dam at this location separating the swimming into a deeper part and shallow wading area. The shallow area felt stagnant and there was a lot of algae. The deeper side was deep enough for swimming but the amount of algae made it difficult to get out. Also beware, we saw a water moccasin on the bank and my son had leeches attach to his fingers while trying to get out. Thankfully, being freshwater leeches, they apparently either didn’t want to snack on him or were tossed off before breaking skin. Either way, not a pleasant experience. The water was murky and if it wasn’t for reading such rave reviews, I’d probably have skipped swimming altogether as I just had a bad feeling. Since it was 500 degrees and there were other people seemingly having a great time without a care, I figured, it must be safe enough. Also, thought to use it as an opportunity to get my son more comfortable with water that isn’t pristine. I grew up in Texas, therefore, quite used to not seeing your toes while swimming. I wish I would have listened to my instincts, though, since the leeches freaked him out pretty badly! Later, after swimming, I learned of a sign warning of deadly amoeba. We didn’t see that sign so not sure if it’s still in fact there. If so, it’d be another notch against swimming in this location. Wanted to make others aware. I wish I would have more thoroughly read through reviews before we visited. I recommend spending the $7 to enjoy the Paluxy River at Dinosaur Valley State park. It was beautiful, cool and clear there.
Written July 3, 2020
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Debbie V
Grapevine, United States9 contributions
May 2020
Great city park that is free and lets the kids wade or swim in the river. The bottom and the rocks are very hard on the feet though, so bring proper water shoes. And there isn't any shade so if you are not in the water, better bring and umbrella.
Written May 29, 2020
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DFWKen15
Dallas, TX36 contributions
Mar 2021
Enjoyable local park next to river, that is a short walk from historic downtown square. Our two younger kids (11 and 12 years) had a great time climbing around the rocks.
Worth a visit to chill and relax with family.
Worth a visit to chill and relax with family.
Written March 20, 2021
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jags0982
San Angelo, TX17 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Fun place to spend an afternoon. Water felt great on a hot afternoon. Kids had fun with the current ‘slides’ and adults enjoyed getting our feet wet and relaxing in the shallow waters. Parking was hard to come by. We got lucky and somebody was leaving in the little parking lot right next to it. Not sure where everyone was parking because the lot right by it was small and full.
Written July 11, 2021
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CR141
250 contributions
Oct 2019
We had been driving through TX towns and passed by this place. We stopped and let the kids just blow off some steam and we got some sunshine for a few minutes. There were a lot of people out enjoying this area as well. I would not say this is a destination, but just a nice area to stop and take in some nature.
Written February 24, 2020
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Misty D
6 contributions
Jul 2021
Love to visit Big Rocks Park when we visit Glen Rose and stay at Country Woods Inn. We love the big rocks but most recently went upstream to the spillway where there was a little swimming are and a rope swing.
We had a lot of fun and will be back,
We had a lot of fun and will be back,
Written July 22, 2021
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Tyler, TX4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Our family of five enjoyed this natural park very much. Not the best for little kids though. Our 4yo boy is adventurous and capable so he did fine climbing BUT for me, the mom, I was worried the whole time! Some of the rocks and edges are high up and if you fall, it's going to hurt. The boys loved it. The girls, not so much. The river was low so there's lots of yucky algae to wade through. The best part are the walking trails. There are wildflowers everywhere! We saw big giant lizards under rocks and large carp in the river. There are dragonflies and butterflies all over. I recommend river shoes!!! All in all I'm glad we went.
Written June 2, 2023
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Jewleswoo
6 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
Absolutely,hands down, the best place in Glen Rose if it's warm outside. Beautiful. Rocks for climbing, water for floating or swimming, and fish for the catching. And didn't cost a dime. Kids and hubby loved it. And if you get too hot, walk up the hill to the Sno Shack and grab a snowcone, Ice cream float, or a frozen shot of pickle juice.
Written June 7, 2015
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krtex
texas123 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
We walked across from where we were staying at Oakdale Park to see the river and enjoy a treat from the snow cone stand next to it. There is also a little miniature golf course near the river. We walked along the river and watched youngsters and their parents enjoying climbing the rocks and playing in the water.
Written April 29, 2015
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Trex1225
1 contribution
Do not got to in warm weather. Water is very low and dangerous ameobas are present.
Written June 23, 2011
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The water is not deep. But your thoughts will be as you sit on the big rocks.
Written June 10, 2018
I wouldn't drink it, but it is so much fun to play in. The water is lake-quality with the typical lake life in it. In other words, you could expect a nibble now and again. In terms of depth, the water is wade-in depth and runs swiftly. There are pools where the water is deeper and you can actually swim. I would recommend water shoes because the rocks can hurt tender feet.
Written September 19, 2016
Dogs are allowed if on a leash. No Hippos or Lions though! LOL
Written July 14, 2016
You can hike behind the rocks and through the trees to go further down stream to fish
Written June 24, 2016
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