Moon Phase Today Arlington

Moon Phase Today Arlington: New Moon

On Friday, October 9, 2026, the moon in Arlington is a New Moon with 0% illumination. Moon age: 29.0 days.

Illumination
0%
Moon Age
29.0d
Next Full Moon
Oct 25
Distance
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☽ Moonrise
6:34 AM
↑ Highest
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☾ Moonset
6:31 PM

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☽ Best Places to View the Moon in Arlington, TX

Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth, and its moon-viewing options reflect that in-between identity: a stadium-district entertainment complex on one end, quiet Trinity River parkland and a city lake on the other, and a genuine state park on a reservoir just south of the metro for anyone after a darker sky. As always, the moon's exact rise time and direction shift with the date and your observing location, so it's worth checking both against whichever spot you're planning around. Here are six useful moon-viewing options in the area, each suited to a different kind of visit.

1

Texas Live! (AT&T Stadium Entertainment District)

A dining and entertainment complex between AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field, with 22 bars and an outdoor lounge offering a striking view of AT&T Stadium. Individual venue hours vary and are subject to change; the complex becomes 21-and-over only after 9 p.m. Some venues and events restrict professional cameras and detachable lenses — check current rules before bringing a tripod or interchangeable-lens camera. Address: 1650 E Randol Mill Rd.

2

River Legacy Park

A large park following the Trinity River through north Arlington, with 8 miles of paved trails, river overlooks, and a canoe launch. Free to visit; the adjacent Nature Center keeps separate daytime hours. Park hours are 5 a.m.–10 p.m. Professional photography in the park requires a permit from the City. Address: 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd.

3

Richard Simpson Park (Lake Arlington)

A shoreline park on Lake Arlington, with a fishing pier, boat ramp, and lake office. Free to visit, and currently open 24 hours daily, unlike most other city parks in Arlington — check current signage to confirm. Address: 6300 W Arkansas Ln.

4

Randol Mill Park

A large city park near UT Arlington with ball fields, tennis courts, a fishing pond, and paved and nature trails. Free to visit. Check current City of Arlington park hours before an evening visit. Address: 1901 W Randol Mill Rd.

5

Cedar Hill State Park (Joe Pool Lake)

A state park on Joe Pool Lake in nearby Cedar Hill, with a swimming beach, fishing jetties, and scenic lake views that can take in glimpses of the Dallas–Fort Worth skyline depending on where you stand. Day-use fee $7 per person 13+ (12 and under free); reservations are recommended, since the park often reaches capacity. Gate hours: 6 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. Address: 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill.

6

Bowman Springs Park (Lake Arlington)

A more structured access point on Lake Arlington's southeast shore, with a fishing pier, floating dock, boat ramp, and walking trails. Free to visit. Park hours are 5 a.m.–10 p.m. Address: 7003 W Poly Webb Rd.

◉ Best Times for Moon Photography

🌕 Full Moon ±1 day — near the moon's brightest appearance, though not necessarily the most photogenic phase for lunar detail
🌔 Days before full — the moon generally rises later each evening as full approaches, eventually rising around sunset at full moon; the exact timing varies with the date, season, and observing location
🧭 Landmark alignments — the moon's rising azimuth changes with the date and your observing location, so check both rather than assuming a fixed direction

📷 Quick Photography Tips

🎯A sturdy tripod can be useful in the parks, but check site and event restrictions — Texas Live! specifically prohibits professional cameras and detachable lenses at some events
📷Shoot RAW and expose for the moon when you want lunar surface detail — the moon can be far brighter than the surrounding night sky and city scene
📏Looney 11 rule — a useful starting point: f/11, ISO 100, 1/100s for a full moon, then adjust from your histogram
🌕Low on the horizon, the moon can look strikingly large — that's the well-known "moon illusion," a perceptual effect rather than an actual change in size. A photo doesn't automatically preserve that apparent size; framing a large moon next to a landmark comes down mostly to your shooting distance and focal length choice
⛈️Check the radar for spring severe weather, particularly fast-building thunderstorms and the occasional tornado warning that North Texas sees in spring, and check for summer heat at exposed sites like Cedar Hill State Park
🕐 Timezone

Arlington runs on Central Time — CST (UTC−6) in winter and CDT (UTC−5) in summer, since Texas observes daylight saving time. PhotoPills or Stellarium will handle the moon's exact rise azimuth for any of these spots automatically.

Enjoy the moon over Arlington — an outdoor lounge with AT&T Stadium in view, a Trinity River overlook well after the crowds thin, and Joe Pool Lake's open water just south of the metro, all sharing the same lunar glow.

The moon phase today in Arlington is shown in detail above — complete with exact illumination percentage, moonrise/set times, and the best local spots to see it. For the moon phase today in any other city worldwide, visit our Dynamic Moon Phase Calculator on the home page.

◐ What the Experience Actually Feels Like

Texas Live! is a genuinely different kind of viewpoint from the rest of this list: a multi-venue entertainment complex rather than a park, with AT&T Stadium looming behind the outdoor lounge. Hours and crowd levels shift substantially around Rangers and Cowboys home games, so checking the current schedule matters more here than anywhere else on this list.

River Legacy Park is a large, wooded stretch of the Trinity River with several separate entrances. Its 10 p.m. closing can rule it out for some late moonrises, depending on the date, and photographers planning anything beyond casual, personal photography should note the City's permit requirement for professional photography.

Cedar Hill State Park is a genuinely different environment from anywhere in Arlington proper — a lake surrounded by rolling terrain, with scenic views that can take in glimpses of the Dallas–Fort Worth skyline depending on where you stand. Because the park often reaches capacity, a reservation is the more reliable way to guarantee entry rather than arriving without one.

"Cedar Hill State Park is a genuinely different environment from anywhere in Arlington proper — a lake surrounded by rolling terrain, with views that can take in glimpses of the Dallas–Fort Worth skyline."

✓ Your Arlington Moon Chase Checklist

Before You Go

  • Check the moon's rise time and azimuth for your date and observing location — alignment with AT&T Stadium, the lake, or a specific landmark depends on both
  • Check both the moon's rise time and each site's current hours — check each park's current posted hours, particularly for late-evening viewing, and note that Cedar Hill State Park closes at 10 p.m. with a day-use fee
  • Verify Site Access: Texas Live! becomes 21-and-over only after 9 p.m., and individual venue hours shift around Rangers and Cowboys home games — check current schedules before heading over
  • Use PhotoPills or Stellarium to check whether the moon will align with a specific landmark on your date
  • Check the radar for spring severe weather, in addition to the general forecast
  • If you're planning anything beyond casual personal photos at River Legacy Park, check the City's permit requirement for professional or commercial photography

What to Bring

  • A telephoto lens — 200mm or longer can be useful when you want a relatively large moon beside a distant landmark, depending on your shooting distance
  • Water and sun protection for Cedar Hill State Park's trails and shoreline, where portions are exposed
  • A remote shutter release or a 2-second timer to avoid shake on tripod shots, where tripods are permitted
  • A payment card for Cedar Hill State Park's day-use fee — the listed Arlington city parks don't charge general park admission, though Lake Arlington has separate lake-pass rules for its paddling trail
  • A backup viewing location in case your first choice is crowded, closed, or hosting an event

On the Night

  • Arrive at least 30–45 minutes early when photographing from the entertainment district or during a scheduled event
  • Focus manually on the moon's edge — stadium lighting and city glow can confuse autofocus at dusk
  • Bracket your exposures — one for the bright lunar disc, one for the darker river or lake below
  • If the moon looks soft or hazy right at moonrise, consider waiting until it climbs higher above the horizon; the longer path through the atmosphere at low altitude increases scattering and distortion
  • At River Legacy Park, Randol Mill Park, Bowman Springs Park, or Cedar Hill State Park, plan around each site's current posted hours rather than assuming late-night access
The moon over Arlington moves between two very different registers — the stadium lights and crowds of the entertainment district, and the quieter river parks, lake shoreline, and reservoir just past the edge of the metro. Use the tools on this page, pick your vantage point, and catch an Arlington moonrise for yourself.

? Arlington Moon Phase — Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the moon phase today in Arlington?

The moon phase today in Arlington is a New Moon with 0% illumination. The next full moon is in 17 days, on Oct 25. Moonrise is at 6:34 AM and moonset at 6:31 PM.

Q. Where is the best place to view the moon in Arlington?

Texas Live! is a genuinely different kind of viewpoint, a dining and entertainment complex between AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field with an outdoor lounge offering a striking stadium view. River Legacy Park follows the Trinity River through north Arlington with 8 miles of paved trails, Richard Simpson Park on Lake Arlington is open 24 hours unlike most city parks here, and Randol Mill Park, Cedar Hill State Park on Joe Pool Lake, or Bowman Springs Park add further campus-adjacent, state-park, or lakeshore alternatives.

Q. Do these viewing spots stay open after dark?

It varies — Richard Simpson Park is currently open 24 hours daily, unusual for a city park here, while River Legacy Park, Randol Mill Park, and Bowman Springs Park all run 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cedar Hill State Park's gate hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with a day-use fee and reservations recommended since it often reaches capacity, and Texas Live!'s individual venue hours vary, with the complex turning 21-and-over after 9 p.m.

Q. Does Arlington observe daylight saving time?

Yes. Arlington runs on Central Time — CST (UTC−6) in winter and CDT (UTC−5) in summer, since Texas observes daylight saving time on the standard U.S. schedule.

Q. What's the best time of year for moon photography in Arlington?

The moon's rise time and direction shift with the date and your observing location rather than following a fixed seasonal pattern, so alignment with the stadium district or the lake depends on the exact night. Whatever the date, River Legacy Park requires a City permit for professional photography, and Texas Live!'s hours and crowd levels shift substantially around Rangers and Cowboys home games, so it's worth checking the schedule before heading over.

Q. Does this page work for cities besides Arlington?

This page is set up specifically for Arlington, Texas. For the moon phase in any other city or location worldwide, use the Dynamic Moon Phase Calculator on the moonphase.today home page.