The center covers 3,621 acres (1,465 ha) and includes over 20 miles (32 km) of hiking trails.

Lake Worth was built in 1914, and land around the West Fork of the Trinity River to protect the drinking water quality for the community.

The remnants of rock shelters they built are still standing, nicknamed Lone Point, Rest Awhile, and Broadview.

Hikers can also see concrete and stone picnic tables and restroom facilities on the Canyon Ridge trail and elsewhere.

In 1967, the City of Fort Worth purchased land with expiring leases and expanded the center to over 3,000 acres (1,200 ha).

Here, guests can peruse displays and info that teach about local weather, plants, animals and fossils.

[3] Naturalists at the nature center provide various educational experiences to enhance the learning process.

Naturalists will also go on outreach programs to schools or groups, bringing animal ambassadors and other educational props to enhance the experience.

The herd serves as a visual aid for people to learn about animal adaptations, land management programs, and prairie ecology.

[8] Most current bison herds are genetically polluted or partly crossbred with cattle, either purposefully or accidentally.

Testing is conducted by Texas A&M University and the results are added to a national bison genetics registry.