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Flying a drone at Running Bear Park, Dallas

LAANC neededLast verified Nov 9, 2026 · 2 public sources
Can you fly a drone here?

Yes, with LAANC. Running Bear Park is one of three Irving parks with a designated drone area. It's inside DFW's Class B airspace, where LAANC is available up to 400 feet.

Status
LAANC needed
Airspace
Class B
LAANC
Required, up to 400 ft
Land manager
City of Irving Parks and Recreation

Drone rules at Running Bear Park

  • Irving's park ordinance bans drones in city parks and preserves except in specifically designated areas at Mountain Creek Preserve, Running Bear Park and Sam Houston Trail Park.
  • Fly only while the park is open, within your eyesight and at a safe distance from other park users.
  • Follow all federal and state drone laws.

Nearby restrictions

  • Inside Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) Class B airspace. LAANC is available up to 400 ft here.
  • Check for temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) in a LAANC or B4UFLY app before every flight.

Sources

↗ City of Irving park ordinance (drones in designated parks)↗ FAA UAS Facility Map data

Running Bear Park drone FAQ

Can you fly a drone at Running Bear Park?

Yes, with LAANC. Running Bear Park is one of three Irving parks with a designated drone area. It's inside DFW's Class B airspace, where LAANC is available up to 400 feet.