Best Places to Hike in Dallas, TX

16 places

Explore the natural beauty of Dallas through its diverse hiking trails. Each destination offers unique landscapes, wildlife encounters, and serene escapes, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to connect with nature.

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Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center

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4.5

Rampant with vibrant dogwood trees in spring, Dogwood Canyon offers scenic trails and abundant wildlife, making it a nature lover's haven.

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Cedar Ridge Preserve

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4.5

Striking views and diverse trails define Cedar Ridge Preserve, where lovely butterfly gardens and scenic spring wildflowers enhance every hike.

Black-capped Chickadee like to hangout around visitor center

Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge

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4.5

Breathtakingly vast, with bison roaming and diverse habitats, it offers stunning trails—perfect for birdwatching and appreciating nature.

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Trinity River Audubon Center

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4.0

Serene trails wind through the most extensive urban forest, teeming with diverse bird species and stunning wetland views, making it a nature lover’s paradise.

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Dinosaur Valley State Park

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4.5

Uniquely known for its ancient dinosaur tracks, Dinosaur Valley State Park offers scenic trails and stunning hilltop views by the Paluxy River.

Just off the trail,  a beautiful snowy egret with his catch of the day!

Arbor Hills Nature Preserve

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4.5

Colorful wildflowers bloom among diverse trails in this 200-acre preserve, providing scenic overlooks and a chance to enjoy its rich wildlife.

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River Legacy Living Science Center

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Nature's embrace defines River Legacy Living Science Center. Its 1,300 acres offer diverse trails for biking and hiking, plus educational programs on the environment.

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Eagle Mountain Park

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4.5

Charmingly, the park offers diverse trails, stunning lake views, and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and adventure.

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Lake Mineral Wells State Park

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Exceptional rock formations and a variety of outdoor activities like climbing and horseback riding make this park an adventurous treasure.

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Lake Mineral Wells State Park

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Invigorating adventures await at Lake Mineral Wells State Park, where rock climbing and the tranquil waters of the large lake create unforgettable experiences.

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Tyler State Park

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4.5

Discovering Tyler State Park's serene hiking trails beneath towering trees and the scenic lakeshore creates a truly refreshing outdoor escape.

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Cedar Hill State Park

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3.5

Experiencing Cedar Hill State Park is a delight with its stunning lake access, diverse trails, and rich geology perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

A wild onion bud with a Wild Onion Mirid (Metriorrhynchomiris dislocatus) on it.

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

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4.0

Inviting night walks and wildlife watching create memorable experiences at this sanctuary, where educational programs engage children in local ecosystems.

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Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

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3.5

Hidden gems define Oak Cliff Nature Preserve, with its diverse trails weaving through stunning woods and vibrant wildflowers, perfect for all outdoor lovers.

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Eisenhower State Park

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3.5

Lakeside adventures await me at Eisenhower State Park, with hiking trails, bouldering, and fossil hunting, all amid stunning rock formations.

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Big Cedar Wilderness Trail

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5.0

Remarkably, Big Cedar Wilderness Trail offers an expansive 26 miles of single-track paths, scenic lake views, and ranges for trail running and biking.