Spring Creek Forest Preserve Nature Trail
Spring Creek Forest Preserve Nature Trail
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Hunter S
Dallas, TX32 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
As a family (kids 12/10/8) we have done almost all of the nature areas in Dallas (Arbor Hills and Cedar Ridge Preserve being the two best in my opinion) and we had not heard of this one until recently. It is above average compared to other nature areas in the city which is saying something for something inside the loop. The trails are largely flat so if you are looking for a challenging hike look elsewhere (Cedar Ridge).
Pros: 1) Limited trash. I know this seems silly, but inside the loop this is pretty rare to see. 2) Most of the trails are shaded which is a huge plus. Given we went in the spring it was moderate from a temperature standpoint so I cannot speak for other times of the year. 3) Access to water which we loved for our dog to play in.
Cons: There are two parking areas. The one on the east is a paved trail that is below average from a hiking perspective. You can hear quite a bit of road noise and it doesn't offer anything special IMO. The one on the west side is really nice with a loop trail of about a mile - it has water, shade, and wildflowers (in the spring).
For a trail that is 15 minutes from those that live in North Dallas this is a worthwhile area in town. Make sure you park in the west lot though.
Pros: 1) Limited trash. I know this seems silly, but inside the loop this is pretty rare to see. 2) Most of the trails are shaded which is a huge plus. Given we went in the spring it was moderate from a temperature standpoint so I cannot speak for other times of the year. 3) Access to water which we loved for our dog to play in.
Cons: There are two parking areas. The one on the east is a paved trail that is below average from a hiking perspective. You can hear quite a bit of road noise and it doesn't offer anything special IMO. The one on the west side is really nice with a loop trail of about a mile - it has water, shade, and wildflowers (in the spring).
For a trail that is 15 minutes from those that live in North Dallas this is a worthwhile area in town. Make sure you park in the west lot though.
Written April 22, 2019
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Trina A
Cape Coral, FL42 contributions
May 2018 • Family
This site should appeal to people of all ages. The trail is well maintained and the staff is very helpful. I understand that it closes at 12 AM in the summer.
Written June 20, 2018
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860SusanB860
Rockwall, TX2,981 contributions
Jan 2021
This is a well-paved walking trail but the trash was really a turn-off.
I was very disappointed in the trail as a whole and will not be back. Trash was everywhere! The positives - we saw a lot of flowers still blooming late in the winter and it was not crowded.
I was very disappointed in the trail as a whole and will not be back. Trash was everywhere! The positives - we saw a lot of flowers still blooming late in the winter and it was not crowded.
Written January 6, 2021
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silvercode
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam235 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
You will miss the park. Very quiet, nice for picnic, walk... very safe.
Will close by sunset.
Nice hang out place for small group.
Will close by sunset.
Nice hang out place for small group.
Written January 31, 2018
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Cyndi G
Garland, Texas, United States27 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
For me, though the preserve is a true nature spot, it is full of bikers - really no room for walkers like myself.
Written October 2, 2018
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Mikeyveck
Dallas, TX864 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
About the best you can hope for in Garland. The trails are fairly short but great for taking the dogs for a walk.
Written September 16, 2018
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Mike H
Plano, TX87 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
This is a lovely flat, forest trail that follows a creek to a bench nestled in the shade beneath the trees, then returns through more forest, opening into a sunny meadow that is filled with wildflowers in the spring.
On our last trip, the recent rains had brought down several trees across the creek, making them a trap for litter floating downstream. Also several trees were down over the trail, and we had to clamber over, or make our way around some of them.
Beware, this is snake habitat, and we have seen several on our visits here, including copperheads.
On our last trip, the recent rains had brought down several trees across the creek, making them a trap for litter floating downstream. Also several trees were down over the trail, and we had to clamber over, or make our way around some of them.
Beware, this is snake habitat, and we have seen several on our visits here, including copperheads.
Written February 16, 2016
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