Balcones Trail
A relatively new trail in Cedar Hill, the Balcones Trail is a 4 mile paved path that connects several of Cedar Hill’s premiere nature locations. Starting north of Cedar Hill State Park, the Balcones Trail passes by Cedar Ridge Preserve…
Cypress Waters Trail
A “loop” around North Lake in Coppell, the Cypress Waters Trail is next to the The Sound and other Cypress Waters properties. Theree are some nice amenities along the trail, and seeing cows wandering near the trail was fun, but…
Bachman Greenbelt Trail
Bachman Greenbelt Trail is another successful grass roots project, made possible via a partnership between Friends of Bachman Lake and Greenspace Dallas. While Bachman Lake is a popular spot to get outside, the greenbelt had not seen the same level…
John F. Burke Nature Preserve
The John F. Burke Nature Preserve has recently undergone a huge renovation, boasting nature trails that are accessible by all, and ample places to view and enjoy the natural wetlands near the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. While not…
Texas Buckeye Trails
The Texas Buckeye Trails are a mix of paved trail and natural trail, that currently are a work in progress. Texas Master Naturalists are busy crafting this new trail in South Dallas along the Trinity River, providing access to a…
Trinity Strand Trail
The Trinity Strand Trail is a short 2.5 mile paved trail that connects parts of the Dallas Design District. It’s a good trail for people who live in the area and want to get some exercise, or a way to…
Frasier Dam Recreation Area
Frasier Dam Recreation Area is a new nature preserve along the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. This preserve can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels, and allows for easy hiking, mountain biking and canoeing / kayaking. Distance…
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center
Located in beautiful Cedar Hill, near Joe Pool Lake, you will find the Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center. What this site lacks in long trails, it more than makes up for in beauty. The forests here are lush and the vistas…
Cedar Mountain Preserve
The city of Cedar Hill has so many amazing trails to enjoy, and this small nature preserve is worth a visit. Maintained by Dallas County and part of the Open Spaces program, this preserve’s trail takes you through it’s 100…
University Crossing / Ridgewood Trails
The University Crossing and RIdgewood Trails extend from Glencoe Park, through Mockingbird Station, across East Dallas to the SOPAC trail. This critical trail provides access from Katy Trail to White Rock Lake. The trail itself is flat and linear, serving…
