For several years, the city of Grand Prairie, TX has been putting on a wonderful fireworks display on the 4th of July at Joe Pool Lake. Many people enjoy the tradition, judging by the crowds it draws year after year. There are a number of things you can plan to do to make your fireworks viewing experience a memorable and relaxing one.
Arrives early
Lynn Creek Park is the designated park to watch the fireworks show. The pyrotechnics are fired from the shore of the park. Your best option for finding a good spot is to arrive early. Bring a picnic and some chairs and / or a blanket. Once you arrive, you may be able to claim a picnic table, but if not, find a place to put your chairs. Since it is a special event, Grand Prairie charges slightly more for admission to the park that day. It costs $ 15 per vehicle. This can include 6 people. If there are more, each additional person costs $ 2 more.
Camping in other parks
There are no campgrounds at Lynn Creek Park, but there are at Cedar Hill State Park and Loyd Park. You could camp and watch the fireworks from these other locations. The crowds won’t be that big and you won’t have to go anywhere when they’re done. You won’t get the great view that you will get from Lynn Creek Park. But if you don’t want to stay in traffic after the fireworks are over, this might be a good option for you. Just be sure to make your camping reservations well in advance of the fourth day.
Plus there’s more …
Cedar Hill State Park generally hosts a celebration of independence within the park. The events they have may include music, readings, and history talks. Your 4th of July celebration aims to be a family event, so it’s a great place to bring the kids.
All three parks at Joe Pool Lake have tons of great amenities and things to do. You can walk, bike, swim, fish, and enjoy water sports (boating, jet skis, and kayaking). There are also many natural or semi-natural areas that are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. The lake parks are visited by many bird watchers, as there are very few of the special coastal habitats that can be found here.
One not that you need to know. Alcohol is not allowed in the state park and Lynn Creek Park does not allow glass containers. Be careful, be considerate, and make sure you have a designated driver if you plan to have a few drinks as part of your 4th of July celebration. Enjoy Joe Pool Lake!
