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Joppa Preserve

Features for the Naturalist

Nearly 315-acre park with wetlands and Lemmon Lake, plentiful migrating waterfowl, year-round shorebirds. Paved lakeshore trail part of extensive Great Trinity Forest system that leads to Trinity River Audubon Center.

Great for: The Birder, The Forester, The Geologist, The Wetlander, The Wildlife Biologist.

Park Information

Highlights

Bring your binoculars to sprawling wetlands with boardwalks that get you close to wildlife on monthly open-house days. Great educational trails and visitor center in this unusual habitat.

Amenities

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Paved Hiking Trails
  • Paved Biking Trails
  • Water Access/Feature
  • Dog Friendly (On Leash)
  • Picnic Tables

Contact

Address: 4737 River Oaks Rd., Dallas, Texas 75241

Phone: 214.670.4100

Website: Joppa Preserve

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