Guided Hike at Goat Island Preserve with Ranger Casey

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August 23, 2025

8:00 am - 10:00 am

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Dallas County Parks & Open Space Park Ranger Casey Carter will be leading at Goat Island Preserve. This preserve features eight miles of soft surface trails and stunning views of the Trinity River. Though surrounded by industrial properties, its relative seclusion results in fewer visitors, making it a hidden gem well worth exploring. Don’t miss the chance to discover the beauty of the preserve and learn more about its unique landscape.

Event Name: Guided Hike at Goat Island Preserve with Ranger Casey

Date/Time: Saturday, August 23rd, 8am-10am

Address: 2800 Post Oak Road, Hutchins, TX 75141. The google maps link will take you to the parking lot. https://maps.app.goo.gl/yEftxu5friRzxeDx6

Description of event and what volunteers will be doing: Join us for a guided hike at Goat Island Preserve on Saturday, August 23rd, from 8am-10am, led by Ranger Casey. Whether you are an experienced hiker or stepping onto the trail for the first time, all are welcome! We’ll cover about two miles, with lots of opportunities to pause, rehydrate, and soak in the surroundings.

This preserve features eight miles of soft surface trails and stunning views of the Trinity River. Though surrounded by industrial properties, its relative seclusion results in fewer visitors, making it a hidden gem well worth exploring. Don’t miss the chance to discover the beauty of the preserve and learn more about its unique landscape.

Contact person and phone/email: Jade Affleck, Jade.affleck@dallascounty.org, 214-653-6364

RSVP instructions or link to online volunteer signup: Please sign up at https://dallascountyparks.galaxydigital.com/.

Special instructions for parking and or inclement weather: We will meet in the parking lot, the google maps link will take you to the parking lot https://maps.app.goo.gl/yEftxu5friRzxeDx6. In the event of inclement weather, an email and text will be sent out to everyone who signed up with cancellation details.

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