Hiking Trail · Dallas, TX

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

About

121 rolling acres of woodlands & wildflower meadows, with 8 miles of hike-&-bike trails.

Reviews lean positive — 4.5 out of 5 across 1,110 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. 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

Solid local standing
A 4.5 average from 1,110 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
A genuine local landmark
1,110 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
1,110 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

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. The gates are open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

What is Oak Cliff Nature Preserve?

121 rolling acres of woodlands & wildflower meadows, with 8 miles of hike-&-bike trails. It is a hiking trail in Dallas, TX, at 2875 Pierce St.

What are the opening hours at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve?

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve is open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve?

Yes — Oak Cliff Nature Preserve is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Oak Cliff Nature Preserve?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.

Is Oak Cliff Nature Preserve good for kids?

Yes — Oak Cliff Nature Preserve is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Oak Cliff Nature Preserve rated?

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve holds 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,110 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.