Is Pelican Bay (TX) safe?
Pelican Bay, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Pelican Bay (TX) as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Pelican Bay (TX)
“Go with care. Pelican Bay is a quiet, small lakeside municipality with low levels of random violent crime, but it has minimal commercial amenities for tourists. Visitors generally only come for lake recreation or visiting residents, and standard situational awareness is advised, particularly after dark.”
About the area
Located on the western shores of Eagle Mountain Lake northwest of Fort Worth, Pelican Bay is a small, semi-rural residential community composed largely of manufactured homes and modest single-family houses. It lacks traditional tourist attractions or walkable commercial corridors, functioning primarily as a quiet residential enclave.
- Rural / Lakeside
- Car-Dependent
- Quiet Residential
Walking and biking in Pelican Bay (TX)
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There are no bike lanes, bike-share stations, or dedicated multi-use paths in Pelican Bay, and riding along local rural roads requires caution.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime against visitors is rare compared to urban centers in Tarrant County
- Close proximity to Eagle Mountain Lake boat ramps and waterfront parks
- Tight-knit, quiet semi-rural community atmosphere
Cons
- Lower median household income and elevated poverty rate compared to broader Tarrant County
- Portions of the neighborhood have aging housing stock and unpaved or poorly lit roadways
- Very limited local dining, shopping, and healthcare infrastructure within city limits
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Pelican Bay, with no visible encampments or street panhandling in the community.
What Pelican Bay (TX) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and quiet with minimal local traffic as residents commute outward toward Azle or Fort Worth.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm residential atmosphere with occasional boaters heading toward lake access points.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and dimly lit; pedestrian activity is very low due to limited streetlighting and lack of sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and isolated, requiring extra caution if driving through narrow local streets.
Transit, parking and getting around
Pelican Bay is not directly served by fixed-route public transit; Trinity Metro does not run buses here, and the nearest commuter rail stations (TEXRail) are over 25 miles away in Fort Worth.
Free and ample parking is standard in residential driveways and at local parks, with no metered zones or parking decks in the area.
Things to do in Pelican Bay (TX)
- Launch a boat or fish on Eagle Mountain Lake at nearby community access points
- Visit Pelican Bay City Park for a quiet stroll and neighborhood playground facilities
- Explore the nearby nature trails at Eagle Mountain Park located just across the lake
Local favorites
- Eagle Mountain Marina · Marina & Boat Rentals · 4.3★ (320)Full-service lakeside marina providing boat slips, fuel dock, and watercraft services on Eagle Mountain Lake.
- Rooster's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (510)Popular nearby spot in Azle serving slow-smoked brisket, ribs, and classic Southern sides.
- The Lakehouse Sports Bar & Grill · American Restaurant · 4.2★ (460)Casual waterfront venue nearby offering burgers, beer, and scenic views of the water.
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Common questions about Pelican Bay (TX)
Is Pelican Bay (TX) safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Pelican Bay (TX) a good place to live?
On safety, Pelican Bay (TX) scores 64/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Pelican Bay (TX)?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 22/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Pelican Bay (TX) are safer?
Stafford Place (84), North Azle (81), Azle Grove (81) score higher nearby.
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