Discover Colleyville
8 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Colleyville Nature Center
Small urban nature preserve with boardwalks, prairie, ponds and wooded trails—ideal for birdlife, reflections and close-up flora. Best at golden hour and during migration or spring wildflower bloom. Easy flat trails, free entry and small parking; visit weekdays or early mornings to avoid families and dog walkers.
Sparger Park
Small community park with mature trees, open lawns, a pond and paved trails — good for intimate landscape, reflections and seasonal color. Easy free access with parking at the main lot off Bedford Rd; paths are paved and mostly accessible. Best light at sunrise and golden hour; late afternoon works for warm backlight through trees. Weekdays or early mornings reduce families and dog traffic. Summer midday is harsh; spring/fall offer peak color and migratory birds.
Kimzey Park
Small suburban park with mature trees, open lawns and a pond—good for intimate landscape, nature and golden-hour shots. Easy access with free parking off Broadoak Way, no entry fee; reachable on weekdays for fewer people. Best light at sunrise/sunset for warm side light and pond reflections; spring/fall offer richer color. Paths and benches provide compositional foregrounds; expect family and dog walkers at peak times.
Huge Red Christmas Tree
A dramatic, oversized red-lit Christmas tree installation visible from the street — ideal for festive night photography and holiday-themed portraits. Best after sunset during blue hour when LED bulbs pop against the sky. Located in a residential neighborhood: shoot from the public right-of-way, no admission but respect private property and neighbors. Street parking available; visit on weekdays or early evenings to avoid crowds. Dress warmly; winter weather can be cold and windy.
Colleyville City Park
Small suburban park with a pond, walking trails, mature trees and a pavilion—good for reflective waterscapes, intimate landscape frames, seasonal wildflowers and casual wildlife (ducks, songbirds). Easy access with free parking at Bransford Rd, no entry fee. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and pond reflections; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. Spring and fall offer best color; trails and flat terrain are wheelchair- and stroller-friendly.
Lights
A neighborhood holiday light display along Edinburgh Dr — colorful, densely decorated houses and yard installations ideal for festive night photography. Best after dusk through late evening during the holiday season; check local calendars as displays may be seasonal. Street parking is usually available but be respectful of residents and drive slowly. Accessible on foot; handheld shots possible but tripod helps for long exposures. Expect mixed color lighting and reflections from wet pavement if a
Brick Waterfall
A small man-made brick waterfall in Colleyville offering textured masonry, flowing water and landscaped surroundings—good for intimate waterscape and architectural-detail shots. Best at golden hour or after rain when flow is stronger; weekday mornings minimize visitors. Easily accessible in a public park with nearby parking and no entry fee; bring macro/tele lenses for details and tripod for long exposures.
Cheeky Monkeys - Colleyville
Indoor children’s play and party center with colorful soft-play structures, thematic decor and candid family moments. Photograph dynamic action shots of kids on slides, close-up expressions, themed party setups and wide interior frames showing scale. Best on weekday mornings for low crowds; weekends busy with parties. Lighting is mixed artificial — look for window bays for softer light. Bring permission from parents; check venue rules for flash and tripods. Free parking in shopping center; venue