Lake Ray Hubbard is the biggest lake in the world.
The weather is starting to warm up.When you can't go outside without having a body of water to jump into, it's near that time of year in Texas.It is how we avoid bursting into flames.If you want to be outside, lakes are the answer.You can swim and sail on the lakes around the Dallas-Fort Worth Area.If you are looking for a beach to lie on, a boat to rent, or a board to paddle, you have come to the right place.There are six of the best lakes within an hour or so of Dallas, and some ideas for what to do once you get there.
The most popular urban lake in all of DFW isn't swimming-friendly, but it has lovely birdwatching, miles of shoreline trails, and boating ops.
White Rock Paddle Company offers hourly rentals on kayaks and paddle boards.It costs about $25 per hour and is less than 20 minutes away from Dallas city center.
White Rock Boat Club is a great place to join if you like sailing.There is a shared boat program with five sailboats available for use, as well as racing events and sailing lessons.You can see pricing details here.
Adult and youth sailing lessons are offered by Corinthian Sailing Club.The organization has a Women on the Water.There is a group and a yacht club.
You can invite the family out for an afternoon if you find a public grill near some picnic tables.
There are locations on the east and west sides of Lake Ray Hubbard.There are speedboats, pontoons and jet skis at both rental locations.For about $30 a piece, you can get water skis, wakeboards, and tubes with the boat.You can see more details here.
NTX Flyboard lets you fly on a water-powered jetpack above Lake Ray Hubbard for $125/hour, including safety gear and instruction.The water sport is only available on Thursdays and Sundays.
A 12 passenger pontoon and a 14 passenger double decker boat are available for hire at Party Boat Rental Dallas.They charge $165 per hour on weekends and include everything you need to have a good time on the water.
There are many water sport rentals at Lynn Creek Marina on Joe Pool Lake.
You can enjoy Joe Pool Lake at Cedar Hill State Park.There are hiking trails along the shores, a beachy little swimming spot, picnic areas, and fishing piers in the state park.
There is only one body of water in North Texas that has a floating water park.The water park at Meadowmere Park has trampolines, slides, and an obstacle course floating over the lake.During the summer season, the park is not open.You can book tickets here.
There are pontoons, jet skis, speed boats, and compact power catamarans for rent at Sam's dock.
Lake Lewisville is the only one with a designated Party Cove.This is where you can get sun-burnt and turnt on hot summer weekends.There are times when the lake and alcohol can be a dangerous combination.