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 BirderThe ForesterThe GeologistThe WetlanderThe 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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