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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-Training, The Birder, The Botanist, The Entomologist, The Forester, The Geologist, The Outdoor Adventurer, The 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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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour (AT)
November 2, 2024    
7:30 am - 9:30 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  ||  7:30am – 9:30am Join us as...
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Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || 1st Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
November 2, 2024    
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center at Cedar Hill
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || 1st Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  || 8:30am – 9:30am CT Description:  A guided bird walk. It...
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Heard Museum || 1st Saturday Guided Trails  (AT)
November 2, 2024    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
Heard Museum || 1st Saturday Guided Trails  (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  ||  9:30am – -10:30am CT Experience the ecology, geology, flora and fauna of...
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Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
November 2, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  10:00am-11:00am  Description: A 15-acre park featuring native Texas trees, grasses,...
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LLELA || 1st Saturday Nature Walk (AT)
November 2, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
LLELA || 1st Saturday Nature Walk (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  10:00am – 12:00noon   CT Join us for our monthly naturalist-led nature walk! Description: ...
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Monthly Board Meeting in person
November 4, 2024    
7:23 pm - 8:23 pm
Board Meetings are open to all members and to the public.
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Chapter Meeting - Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
November 6, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Room 125.
Navigating Transportation and Environmental Planning         Every year, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plans hundreds of projects across the state. Behind...
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LLELA || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
November 9, 2024    
7:30 am - 9:30 am
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
LLELA || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 9, 2024  |  7:30am – 9:30am   CT Description:  Birders of all skill levels are welcome to...
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Heard Museum || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
November 9, 2024    
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
Heard Museum || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 9, 2024  |  8am-9:30am CT 2nd Saturday Bird Walks are intended to help beginning and...
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TMN-Elm Fork Chapter || 2nd Saturday Trail Walk at Furneaux Creek (AT)
November 9, 2024    
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Furneaux Creek Nature Trail
TMN-Elm Fork Chapter || 2nd Saturday Trail Walk at Furneaux Creek (AT) Saturday, November 9, 2024   8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Description:  Fun for all...
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Trinity River Audubon Center || Second Saturday Guided Hike (AT)
November 9, 2024    
8:30 am - 10:30 am
Trinity River Audubon Center
Trinity River Audubon Center || Second Saturday Guided Hike (AT) Saturday, November 9, 2024  |  8:30am-10:00am   CT Description: Join us for a guided hike led...
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Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
November 9, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT) Saturday, November 9, 2024  |  10:00am-11:00am  Description: A 15-acre park featuring native Texas trees, grasses,...
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Friends of Oak Cliff Parks  ||  Bird Walk (AT)
November 10, 2024    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Kiest Conservation Area
Friends of Oak Cliff Parks  ||  Bird Walk (AT) Sunday, November 10 2024   11am – 1pm Description: Join us for a walk through the woods...
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Canyon Creek Wetland and Wildscape Workday
November 16, 2024    
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Prairie Creek Marsh and Wildscape
Canyon Creek Wetland and Wildscape Monthly workday 1001 G. Bush Freeway ( Hilton Garden Inn) Every third Saturday 8am-10am Prairie maintenance, habitat building, Trash collection,...
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Trinity River Audubon Center || Fall Migration Bird Walk (AT)
November 16, 2024    
8:30 am - 10:30 am
Trinity River Audubon Center
Trinity River Audubon Center || Fall Migration Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 16, 2024  |  8:30am - 10:30am  CT Description:  Join us & our friends...
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour (AT)
November 16, 2024    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour (AT) Saturday, November 16, 2024  ||  9:00 AM – 10:30 AM  CT As your...
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Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
November 16, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT) Saturday, November 16, 2024  |  10:00am-11:00am  Description: A 15-acre park featuring native Texas trees, grasses,...
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Heard Museum || 3rd Thursday Bird Walk (AT)
November 21, 2024    
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
Heard Museum || 3rd Thursday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 21, 2024  |  8am-9:30am CT 3rd Thursday Bird Walks in the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary are...
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Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || Guided Tree ID Walk (AT)
November 23, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center at Cedar Hill
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || Guided Tree ID Walk (AT) Saturday, November 23, 2024  || 10am– 11:30am   CT Description:  "Raptors of North Texas, Join us...
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Trinity River Audubon Center || Bird Excursion (AT)
November 30, 2024    
7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Trinity River Audubon Center
Trinity River Audubon Center || Bird Excursion (AT) Saturday, November 30, 2024  ||  7am - 2pm  CT Description:  Join us for a guided bird walk...
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02 Nov
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour (AT)
2 Nov 24
Seagoville
02 Nov
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || 1st Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
2 Nov 24
Cedar Hill
02 Nov
Heard Museum || 1st Saturday Guided Trails  (AT)
2 Nov 24
McKinney
02 Nov
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
2 Nov 24
Dallas
02 Nov
LLELA || 1st Saturday Nature Walk (AT)
2 Nov 24
Lewisville
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04 Nov
Monthly Board Meeting in person
4 Nov 24
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06 Nov
Chapter Meeting - Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
6 Nov 24
Farmers Branch
Events on November 9, 2024
09 Nov
LLELA || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
9 Nov 24
Lewisville
09 Nov
Heard Museum || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT)
9 Nov 24
McKinney
09 Nov
TMN-Elm Fork Chapter || 2nd Saturday Trail Walk at Furneaux Creek (AT)
9 Nov 24
Carrollton
09 Nov
Trinity River Audubon Center || Second Saturday Guided Hike (AT)
9 Nov 24
DALLAS
09 Nov
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
9 Nov 24
Dallas
Events on November 10, 2024
10 Nov
Friends of Oak Cliff Parks  ||  Bird Walk (AT)
10 Nov 24
Dallas
Events on November 16, 2024
16 Nov
Canyon Creek Wetland and Wildscape Workday
16 Nov 24
Richardson
16 Nov
Trinity River Audubon Center || Fall Migration Bird Walk (AT)
16 Nov 24
DALLAS
16 Nov
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 3rd Saturday Guided Boardwalk Tour (AT)
16 Nov 24
Seagoville
16 Nov
Laura W Bush Native Texas Park – Guided Walk (AT)
16 Nov 24
Dallas
Events on November 21, 2024
21 Nov
Heard Museum || 3rd Thursday Bird Walk (AT)
21 Nov 24
McKinney
Events on November 23, 2024
23 Nov
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || Guided Tree ID Walk (AT)
23 Nov 24
Cedar Hill
Events on November 30, 2024
30 Nov
Trinity River Audubon Center || Bird Excursion (AT)
30 Nov 24
DALLAS