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🧗 Outdoor Adventures for Kids in Arlington, TX

4 hiking, farms, nature centers, and outdoor adventure spots rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Arlington

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River Legacy Parks city park in Arlington, TX🌳 Park
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4.8(4,270)Free

River Legacy Parks is a nature lover's paradise right in the heart of Arlington, offering 1,300 acres of forested trails, an interactive Science Center, and plenty of space for kids to explore the outdoors. With miles of paved and natural trails perfect for biking, hiking, or just wandering, plus playgrounds and picnic areas along the Trinity River, it's an ideal escape for families seeking both adventure and education without leaving the city.

🕑 3-5 hours
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden botanical garden in Arlington, TX Activity
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The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden offers 66 acres of breathtaking gardens, interactive children's areas, and seasonal festivals that make nature exploration exciting for kids. With dedicated family programming, a whimsical children's adventure garden, and ever-changing floral displays, it's a perfect outdoor destination where little ones can run, learn, and discover the magic of the natural world.

🕑 3-5 hours
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth tourist attraction in Arlington, TX🎮 Entertainment
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iFLY Fort Worth offers families the incredible sensation of freefall skydiving without jumping from a plane! Kids and adults float weightlessly in a state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel while certified instructors ensure everyone's safety and help them master the basics of body flight. With an impressive 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 families, this climate-controlled attraction delivers unforgettable thrills regardless of weather or season.

🕑 1.5-2 hours total (including check-in, training, gearing up, and flight time)
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park amusement park in Arlington, TX🤸 Trampoline Park
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Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Arlington is the ultimate indoor playground where kids can literally bounce off the walls! This massive facility goes far beyond basic trampolines, offering thrilling attractions like ninja warrior courses, indoor skydiving simulators, climbing walls, and dedicated areas for different age groups, making it perfect for burning energy rain or shine.

🕑 2-3 hours (including 60-90 minutes of active jump time plus breaks)

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