Cedar Ridge Preserve Reviews

Shaded trails, most are wide, but be aware of steep steps.

This is such a nice place to jog at, I enjoy coming here whenever I can! Best times to go is at around 6PM cause any time after that it will get packed!

Great place for family, gets busy in the mornings, so get there before 9am

It's a great place for hiking. Trails are wide and clearly marked. views are ok... The only issue is people not cleaning after their dog

Went with our youth group to hike a 2 mile loop. The trails were well groomed and challenging enough for a good workout. I look forward to going back and doing some trail running.

Was visiting Dallas for a short family vacation and looking for recommendations on good places for trail running, and this preserve was mentioned to me. The trails were very challenging to run, due to the fact that they had several very steep inclines. That being said, it was good training, and beautiful scenery! absolutely worth the trip, and will definitely be coming here again next time I am in the Dallas area.

if you go, I would recommend getting there as close to 6: 30 AM. As possible, as parking fills up quick. I got there at 6:45 and the parking lot was almost full already. By the time I was leaving a couple hours later, there were people circling the parking lot.

Loovveee walking the trails here. Not only is it a great exercise, it is very beautiful. The butterflies are out during the summer and can be found in clusters in different areas. It can be a little crowded sometimes, but its still nice even then.

Great trail lots of people though. If you're looking for a place that's quiet, you'll have to find another trail.

Many different trails, and a great workout, whether walking or jogging. If you want to condition, this is the place!

Totally amazing place to go soak up some nature and breathe fresh air. We got a good sweat going and a bit muddy (don't wear your good shoes) but that's all part of the enjoyment.

Beautiful place! Well maintained and all levels of difficulty.

Fantastic place to go on field day or to go to physical activity, it's super nice.

If you like hiking and you live in the DFW area, this is the place for you. Several miles of well tended trails with some minor elevation changes.It's mostly free (they ask for a 3 dollar donation (which you should give)) and open to the public. Closed Mondays.

There are many trails at cedar ridge nature preserve. Some trails are good for beginners some trails are more for the beauty and the scenery and some trails are for those who want a leg day workout.

Remember to get there early in the morning because the parking fills up especially during the weekend generally by 10 a.m. or so.

Love it!! Very relaxing, lots of trails, and you can bring your dog!! They just have to be on a leash. Great place!!

Awesome trails that'll leave breathless. Either from some of the views or from running too much

Ok, so I'm not much of an outdoorsy person which is why I only gave four stars. However for those who love being one with nature and enjoy a nice challenge this is a great spot for you. The scenery is lovely but there are lots of steep inclines/declines that are not for the meek like me. Also, the paths are clearly beaten and marked but, to me, were a bit misleading because it seemed they kept leading me away from my destination. Sadly I didn't get to see the pond I badly wanted to see. But there will be a next time. Just be prepared when you go(i.e. proper clothing, gear, food, water). I would recommend this beautiful place to anyone.

Well maintained trails. Definitely perfect if your wanting a good run.

Great place for family hikes/ outings. Take water with you. Stay away when recently rainy and closed on Mondays. Bathrooms are as expected, metal toilets missing toilet paper and only located at front of trails. Bring your own TP and water just in case.

Beautiful, usually quite, place to go for a walk. Several trails to choose from by distance wanting to go.

Love this place! Great place to hike with your dog!

Sometimes slightly overgrown, but overall very nice.

We really enjoy the trails here, some easy and some pretty challenging and steep! Good views, but this place can get very crowded on the weekends making the trails busy.

The nature preserve is excellent the people are not. This is not a city park, it's a nature preserve owned primarily by the Audubon Dallas chapter. It has slowly gotten worse every year as it gets more crowded. People are throwing their trash on the trails or sticking it in the trees. Since it is a nature preserve people should use some common sense and not play their music out loud on the trails so everyone can hear it for a good portion of the trial. I took my 8 year old and several times we passed people that were playing music that was mostly cuss words.

Awesome little nature preserve. Trails are well maintained and fun.

The trails are very well taken care of. There are plenty of trails and many places to venture. You're sure to find something new everytime you come here.

Our #1 hiking trail in Dallas. Can completely forget you're in Dallas. Well maintained and pretty tough trails.

Just letting everyone know that this place is closed as of 4/10/2020

The Best Kept Secret in the DFW Metroplex. NATURE-COMMUNITY-FAMILY!!!

Great trails for free. :) Multiple trail options.

Hreat trails to give you a real workout. I go here weekly.

Great views, variety of well paved paths, beautiful scenic outlooks of lake. It's a good work out or stroll to let off stress :)

Very open and tons of trails from easy to difficult

Great trails. Well maintained. Plenty of other hikers so feels safe too

Awesome place to hike...offering some low intensity as well as challenging trails. Enough steep climbs to make it a great place to train for more extreme trails. The parking lot fills up but with all the miles of trails it never feels crowded. Try it

The trails are amazing, beautiful scenery of Joe Pool Lake.

Great preserve with some very nice trails. Some serious hill workouts out there if that's what you're looking for.

What a great place for a hike! Dogs on leashes are welcome. There's enough variety to the trails to go several times.

Great trails. Perfect for family walking. Very dog friendly as well and people on trail very respectful and courteous.

great walking place. it's calm and have a feeling of nature.

Hike in a beautiful area that is cared for amazingly. They even block off the paths that are too muddy after bad weather. Multiple trails and dog friendly.

It's nice to have this amenity in an urban environment. These are mostly hiking/running trails, so be sure and bring water with you. Especially on hot days!

Great place for very hilly hikes. Miles of trails. Very popular place.

Real nice place for hiking ! I enjoyed the outdoors over here!

Gorgeous trails and views. Please pick up after yourselves and keep this place beautiful.

Long drive to get here but made it all worth it. Beautiful scenery, lots of trails.

Best place on earth! Please don't forget to donate!

They take such great care of the trails, plenty of trails to choose from anywhere from easy to hard, short or long, dog friendly if on a leash. Great for the while family, picnic tables so you can bring lunch. I love it.

Great place if you are looking for a big place to hike