Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake)
About this place
~791-acre park on the west shore of Joe Pool Lake. Covered picnic tables on concrete pads each with a barbecue grill; two group pavilions (H and I, ~80 seats each) and camping. Tarrant County burn-ban rules can apply to open flames.
Good to know
Seasonal bans possible in dry, high-wind spells. Check Texas A&M Forest Service's current status ↗
Hours
- 12:00 AM–11:59 PM24 hours a day, all year long
Fees
- $5 per vehicleSeniors (a senior in a vehicle with a person ages 6-64 will be charged $20 for that vehicle)
- $20 per vehicle per dayRegular (up to 6 people, children 5 and under free, additional people $2 each)
- $40 per vehicle per dayHolidays & Holiday Weekends (Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day; up to 6 people, children 5 and under free, additional people $2 each)
- $50 per yearPark Pass (Secondary/Primary; only one Secondary Pass per Primary Pass, may not be used for some Special Events)
- $125 per yearPark Pass (primary, valid one year from date of purchase)
What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake)?
Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake). Grills are already provided on site. Park entry/day-use fee; group pavilions reservable via Grand Prairie. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
Park entry/day-use fee; group pavilions reservable via Grand Prairie.
Is there a fee at Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $5 per vehicle · Seniors (a senior in a vehicle with a person ages 6-64 will be charged $20 for that vehicle). See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake)?
allowed.
Are dogs allowed?
Pets are NOT allowed.
What are the hours at Loyd Park (Joe Pool Lake)?
12:00 AM–11:59 PM · 24 hours a day, all year long.
