Discover Hurst
13 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Rickel Park
Small community park with wooded loop trails, ravines, a creek with bridges, hills and seasonal wildflowers — great for intimate nature and landscape shots. Best at golden hour or after rain for flowing water; weekdays/early mornings avoid families. Limited restrooms; parking concentrated at playground. Trails can be steep; bring good shoes and a tele/macro for details.
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth
Indoor skydiving in a glass wind tunnel offers high-energy action shots: suspended flyers, dynamic body shapes, colorful flight suits and instructor choreography. Controlled indoor lighting means shoot any time; weekdays and morning sessions are quieter. Expect to sign a waiver, wear closed-toe shoes and follow staff safety zones—public viewing gallery with parking on-site. Small venues can limit bulky gear; check center policy before bringing cameras.
Hurst Hills Park
Small hilltop park offering open grasslands, walking trails and framed views toward the Dallas–Fort Worth skyline. Best for sweeping landscape and sunset shots, seasonal wildflowers and intimate nature details. Visit golden hour for warm side-lighting; weekdays and early mornings avoid local dog-walkers. Street parking and paved paths make gear transport easy; no entry fee.
Tarrant County Modular Model Railroad Association (TCMMRA)
Indoor model-railroad club with highly detailed dioramas, tiny townscapes and moving trains — ideal for close-up detail, miniature scenes and storytelling. Visit during public open hours or club events (check TCMMRA website) — weekends and event nights offer running trains and crowds; weekday visits may allow tripod use and quieter shooting. Small parking lot on site; venue is ground-level and generally accessible. Flash can wash details; respect volunteers and display rules.
Windmill Park
Small neighborhood park centered on a decorative windmill — great for intimate landscape and landmark shots. Easy roadside access with free parking; no entry fee. Best visited at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-light or silhouetted shapes against colorful skies. Weekday mornings are quiet; small footprint means limited angles but useful foregrounds (benches, paths). Seasonal storm clouds can add drama.
Mayfair Park
Small 6.1-acre neighborhood park with a central gazebo/pavilion, playgrounds, a baseball field, wooded pockets and a loop trail — good for candid family, playground action, intimate nature & trail compositions. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and fewer walkers; overcast days bring even light for portraits. Free entry, small parking lot off W Louella/near Brown Trail, generally accessible and stroller-friendly; portable restrooms may be limited for private rentals.
Smith-Barfield Park
Small neighborhood park with modern playgrounds, large shade trees, a pavilion and sports facilities — good for candid family portraits, playground detail shots, and low-key event coverage. Best at early morning or golden hour for warm light and fewer crowds; overcast days work for even skin tones. Accessible parking and clean restrooms near the lot; pavilion available for rental. Expect a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere and easy walkable compositions along the short trail.
Redbud Park
Small, shady community park with a covered playground, pavilion, looped trail along a creek and a large open field — great for candid family/child photography, informal portraits, creek detail shots and practicing composition in a low-pressure setting. Best at early morning or late afternoon for soft light and fewer people; spring brings budding trees for color. Ample shaded parking, flat paths and rubber playground surfacing make it accessible; no entry fee. Avoid after dark.
The Family Playhouse in North East Mall
Indoor children's play attraction inside North East Mall near JCPenney — vibrant play structures, themed sets and candid family moments. Shoot colorful wide scenes of the play areas, environmental portraits of kids at play, and detail shots of textures and signage. Best on weekday mornings or early afternoons for low crowds; mall parking is plentiful and accessible. Expect mixed artificial light—ask staff about photography policy and obtain parental consent for children. Wheelchair accessible; a
Wan Ka Kani Park
Small, tucked-away suburban park with open fields, picnic tables and wooded trails with noticeable elevation changes — good for intimate landscape and nature shots, trail leading-line compositions, and minimalist suburban green-space studies. Best light: golden hour for warm field light or late afternoon for wooded textures. Weekday mornings are least crowded. No restrooms on site; street parking on W Cedar St. Entrance is free; bring insect repellent and sturdy shoes for uneven trails.
Project Play Discovery Museum
Bright, colorful indoor discovery museum ideal for playful detail shots, candid child interactions, and immersive wide-angle interiors. Best visited on weekday mornings for low crowds or during scheduled events (bubble shows, camps, parties) for action. Lighting is mixed artificial—bring high-ISO options. Free parking at center; ask staff for photo permission/waivers and avoid flash around children. Accessible entry and toddler-friendly zones make compositional variety easy.