Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center

Features for the Naturalist

Three hiking trails of varying difficulty trace the canyon floor up to the hill tops—one trail with a view all the way to Arlington! Dogwood grove flowers in spring. Superb bird watching. Rich in native plant species and pollinators. Excellent visitor center with talks and events for all ages.

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

Park Information

Highlights

Wonderful place to learn about nature and watch birds from inside the center or outside in the preserve. Easy to moderate trails, some with naturalist signage. Dogs welcome on Saturdays.

Amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Visitor Activity Center
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Unpaved Hiking Trails
  • Water Access/Feature
  • Dog Friendly (On Leash, On Saturdays)
  • Family Friendly Features
  • Scheduled Activities
  • Picnic Tables

Contact

Address: 1206 W. FM 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104

Phone: 469.526.1980

Website: Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center

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September 30, 2024    
7:23 pm - 8:23 pm
Board Meetings are open to all members and to the public. Please contact the Vice President at vicepresident@ntmn.org for meeting details if you want to...
October 2, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
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Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || 1st Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, October 5, 2024  || 8:30am – 9:30am   CT Description:  A guided bird walk. It...
Heard Museum || 1st Saturday Guided Trails  (AT) Saturday, October 5, 2024  |  9:30am – -10:30am CT Description: Experience the ecology, geology, flora and fauna...
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LLELA || 2nd Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, October 12, 2024  |  7:30am – 9:30am   CT Description:  Birders of all skill levels are welcome to...
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John Bunker Sands Wetland Center || 1st Saturday Walk & Talk Bird Tour (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  ||  7:30am – 9:30am Join us as...
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center || 1st Saturday Bird Walk (AT) Saturday, November 2, 2024  || 8:30am – 9:30am CT Description:  A guided bird walk. It...
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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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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