Longhorn
Open for day-use only from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Overnight camping is not permitted. The group pavilion is reservable through Recreation.gov.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:00PM CDT until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Texas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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About
Longhorn Park is a scenic day-use picnic area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Benbrook Lake in southwest Fort Worth. Perched on the high rocky bluffs of the Clear Fork overlooking the southeast end of the dam, the park offers sweeping views of the lake and surrounding terrain. The primary facility is a large covered group pavilion that can accommodate up to 100 guests, available for reservation through Recreation.gov. Individual picnic sites, restrooms, and ample parking are provided. Recreation opportunities include fishing, boating (with a free boat ramp), birding, volleyball, and horseshoes. The adjacent spillway cut is a notable attraction for fossil hunting, where visitors can search for Cretaceous-era clam and coral remnants dating back 85 million years. This is strictly a day-use facility; overnight camping is not permitted at Longhorn Park. For overnight camping at Benbrook Lake, campers should look to Holiday Park or Bear Creek Campground, which offer sites with utility hookups.
Directions
From Interstate 20 or 820, take exit 432A for Bryant Irvin Road, and go 3 miles south to the intersection with Dirks Road / Altamesa Boulevard. Turn right (west) and go 1 mile to the park at 7001 Lakeside Drive.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (817) 292-2400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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