Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center
About
Forested nature preserve with a variety of hiking trails, bird-viewing areas & dog-friendly hours.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 170 Google reviews.
Mind the closed days: Monday and Tuesday. Parking is the easy part: a free lot. And if it does not suit, 15 more hiking trails in Dallas are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in Dallas.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 170 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for.
Easy to pair with a second stop
15 other hiking trails sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this hiking trail posts schedules, closures and events there.
Worth knowing first
Dogs are not permitted
Leave them at home, or look at the dog parks listed for the same city instead.
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Check the hours panel before you set out — the closed days are easy to miss.
Planning a visit
General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.
A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.
When to go
Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend.
What to bring
- More water than feels necessary
- Shoes with grip
- A downloaded map — signal thins out
Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center
What is Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center?
Forested nature preserve with a variety of hiking trails, bird-viewing areas & dog-friendly hours. It is a hiking trail in Dallas, TX, at 1206 FM1382.
What are the opening hours at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center?
Hours vary by day: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Are dogs allowed at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center?
No. Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center is not listed as allowing dogs.
Is there parking at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center?
Parking options here include a free lot.
Is Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center good for kids?
Yes — Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center rated?
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 170 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Dallas has 15 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Spring Creek Nature Trail, Hike - Cedar Ridge Trail Parking and KATY Trail access for strollers.
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