Cedar Ridge Preserve

Features for The Naturalist

Nearly 10 miles of well-maintained, rugged trails explore 600+ acres of steep limestone hills and soaring 755-feet escarpments with epic views. Lush valleys, riparian corridors, and ponds. Blackland prairie restorations. Butterfly garden. Site of native Texas orchids. Great spot for birders.

Great for: The Naturalist-In-TrainingThe BirderThe BotanistThe EntomologistThe ForesterThe GeologistThe Outdoor AdventurerThe Wetlander, and The Wildlife Biologist.

Park Information

Highlights

Sprawling preserve with a variety of terrain types from escarpments to wetlands, laced by miles of trails in a range of difficulties, some with immense views. Terrific nature immersion.

Amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Unpaved Trails (Hiking)
  • Water Access/Feature
  • Dog Friendly (On Leash)
  • Family-Friendly Features

Contact

Address: 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy., Dallas, TX 75249

Phone: 972.709.7784

Website: Cedar Ridge Preserve

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Trinity River Audubon Center || Sunday Morning Bird Walk (AT) Sunday, December 28, 2025  ||  9am  – 10am   CT For more info & to register:...
December 30, 2025    
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Name: Friends of Oak Cliff Workday Date & Time: Every Tuesday and Saturday 9-11am Location: One of the three parks in Oak Cliff: Kidd Springs,...
December 31, 2025    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Western Heights Cemetery Volunteer Day 1617 Fort Worth Ave. Callas, TX 75208 Contact lead: Van Johnson, vanindallas2@aol.com Every Weds, 9am  - 12pm, earlier during summer...
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour (AT) Saturday, January 3, 2026  ||  7:30am – 11:30am   CT Description:  Join...
January 3, 2026    
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Name: Friends of Oak Cliff Workday Date & Time: Every Tuesday and Saturday 9-11am Location: One of the three parks in Oak Cliff: Kidd Springs,...
Trinity River Audubon Center || Second Saturday Guided Hike (AT) Saturday, January 10, 2026  ||  8:30am  – 10am   CT For more info & to register:...
January 10, 2026    
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Preservation Society for Spring Creek Forest “2 nd Saturday” workdays Sept. 2025/ May 2026 Sept. 13, 2025, 9-11am: -- 1770 Holford Road (the center section...
Trinity River Audubon Center || Morning Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, January 17, 2025  ||  7:30am  – 9am   CT For more info & to register: https://trinityriver.audubon.org/events/morning-bird-walk-31...
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