I've always wanted to check out Katy Trail, and finally made the trip with my three dogs. Overall, we had a great time. The trail is well maintained, clean, and easy to walk. We went during the evening, and there were lots of people out enjoying the trail. Most people were friendly, although there were a few sketchy characters and a couple of less-than-friendly encounters. Nothing major, though, and it didn't take away from the experience. Next time, I'd like to try going in the morning to see how it compares. One thing I did notice was that some people on motorized bikes and hoverboards would come up pretty quickly from behind. It would be nice if more riders used their bells or gave a heads-up when passing so walkers and dogs have time to move over safely. One unexpected highlight was seeing several parrots along the trail, which was really fun. Between the nice trail, the dogs having a great time, and the overall atmosphere, it was definitely worth the visit, and I'll be back. read more

This trail is one of those Dallas gems that just works. Clear lanes for runners, walkers, and cyclists make it easy for everyone to move at their own pace without chaos. You've got runners getting miles in, people out for casual walks, cyclists cruising through, and plenty of folks walking their dogs--it feels active but not overwhelming. The trail itself is clean and well-kept, which always matters. Right now the foliage is turning and it adds a really nice touch--just enough color to make the run or walk feel refreshing instead of routine. It's one of those places where you can zone out, get your steps or miles in, and still feel connected to the city around you. Whether you're training, unwinding, or just getting outside with your pup, this trail delivers. Simple, scenic, and well thought out. Definitely a go-to spot. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

A fun and flat trail that meanders about 3.3 miles one way, making it a great option if you want to do the full route and then retrace your steps for a solid 6.6-mile walk back to your starting point. We parked at Reverchon Park, which is located at one end of the trail. The path is mostly flat and includes designated bike and walking lanes. Around midday, there is a fair amount of shade on the walking side, which was excellent. Just be sure to wear sunscreen and bring a hat--skin cancer is no joke! read more

I enjoy Katy Trail. It's an easy 4 mile walk with plenty to keep you entertained along the way. Restaurants, sculptures, art. The path is well paved with both a cushioned side and a concrete side. I definitely recommend. read more

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This is a great trail that is easily accessible in Dallas. At anytime of day you can find runners and bikers on this trail. It is well light and the trail is well paved and maintained. An absolutely great trail to use while in Dallas. read more

Nice walking trail with some shade. There is a pedestrian only path that is padded I most of the trail. Fitness equipment on the south side of the trail. A great green space in downtown Dallas to walk. Great to take your dog as well with plenty of areas and the restaurants have water for you and your dog along the way. read more

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To everyone who likes hiking and just active rest I can recommend this wonderful place))))))) There is nothing better than a Sunday morning walk there and a coffee). read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My favorite place to come get a few miles in with my pup. It can surely get crowded on the weekend but not too much where it interrupts if you're doing a run/walk workout. You might be annoyed as a biker. Several restaurants on the trail to stop at. read more

Fantastic trail! Lots of improvement over the years! Super landscaping! Great views during daytime or night! Lots of wildlife at night scurrying out of your way! The pedestrian only softer surface has increased which gives more volume of pedestrians. There are a lot of restaurants just off the trail and of course the Katy Trail Ice House next to it. Plenty of water fountains for both people and pets. Using the trail at late night is fantastic! Quiet, not a lot of people, just enough lighting to see the trail and not drown out the skyline views! Do be mindful of the many bikes and large dogs on leashes. My last trip was due to the Dallas Memorial March for Carry The Load. A lot of memorials to fallen military and first responders along the path! read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I love Katy trail! The vibe is perfect if you want to get a run. We live out in the west but we make the drive here almost every weekend because the vibe here is just great. Only tricky part is, we cannot find the restroom! I read on their official website that it's on the south trail but could not find it for the love of cheese! So, we just park and get Starbucks before our run, then use the restroom prior to running! read more

Awesome trail to walk or run. Beautiful scenery and well kept trail. Not recommended for cycling as it is a tad crowded

Very nice for city girl walks and taco de ojo w/ all the cute guys running . Parking wasn't too bad using the Apple Maps it did take me a little further but it was a nice warm up to the trail. read more

Great paved, multi-&-single use 3 plus mile trail running through & past downtown Dallas. Clean, great plantings alongside, good signage, one path for just walkers, other, wider path for bikers, walkers, runners, pets, et al. Multiple entrances, both legit & carved out. There are a few stop-off places to drink & dine (although they are expensive by virtue of their convenience). It is busy almost any time of day, any time of year. Thankful to have this. read more

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Very cute place to workout and get some fresh air. Super safe and plenty of businesses around so you feel seen at all times. Love going here! read more

Great trail for walking, biking, running, people watching with great city/town views. There are also many restaurants right off the path. Almost like a cute secret path through uptown Dallas read more

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So great that this trail starts in the heart of downtown, near restaurants, apartments, sporting arenas...it is so accessible! I was looking for a place to run in Dallas and the trails by the Trinity River honestly looked a little sketchy when I checked them out. Running alone in a strange city does come with some risks, and I am not as risk tolerant as I used to be, so several Yelpers recommended the Katy Trail and as I trust my fellow Yelpers, I checked it out and loved it. I ran on the trail for just a mile or so (I had meetings so I was squeezing in a run and it was a mile each way to get to the trail) but I loved it! It is so great seeing a nice, designated recreation area. Especially one that is used by runners, walkers, bikers, dog walkers, etc. It was clean, well marked and easy to use. Next time I am in town, I'd like to explore more of it, but for right now, I am giving a glowing four star review to the trail. Five stars if they had more asphalt for running, because my old knees have a hard time on concrete. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I Love Katy Trail! A gem tucked inside our bustling city. On non-stormy days, I truly enjoy fulfilling my goal of daily walks here at the spur of the moment. Surrounded by planted trees, flowers and bushes, wonderful it is to walk, bike, run, rollerblade, or simply stroll on this trail! The scenery changes from season to season; actually from day to day! There's always something new I notice or discover each time here; awakening my senses of sounds, sights, scents, and feelings to the beauty of nature! CHEERS! read more

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Awesome trail for running! No matter the time of day, there are many active people walking and running on the trail. I feel very safe. Close by a lot of businesses and coffee shops which is perfect when I work from home and want to take a walking break! read more

I've only been on Katy Trail 3 times, although I've lived here for almost 3 years now! And they've all been within this year, 2021 - can you believe that? I can't. Now I'm upset I haven't been taking advantage of this beautiful trail more! We walked along the trail a bit on Saturday afternoon - it was sunny out, lots of bikers, runners, walkers, doggos, families! Beautiful day! We walked past Katy Trail Ice House, and it was absolutely packed! Anyways, love the trail, will be back! read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Love living off the trail! So convenient to get to resturaunts, shops, cycling trails, and excercise. We usually go on daily walks with our dogs and they equally enjoy all the smells! If you're on the trail stop on Knox and have a coffee and pastry from village bakery! Or if w little further down check out Katy trail icehouse for a drink! Victory park is where the trails ends/begins and plenty of bars and places to eat that are all great to try too! read more

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I was saving my 1000 review for one of my favorite places to go to. Katy Trail is such an amazing place, it deserves that extra special review. Gotta love this beautiful spot! Pros: + Free, open to the public + No car traffic + A little sanctuary in such a bustling city + Plenty of shades + Lots of spots to grab lunch or a drink while you're on your walk + Brunch Spots to hit up: + Bars: + Ends at Victory Park read more

Great place to enjoy with the family. We got our exercise routine done and enjoyed the nice weather. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My second time walking on the Katy trail and I love it very peaceful and everyone is in their zone to run, bike, skate, or walk with their children. Very clean and beautiful apartments to look at while on the trail. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

How can you not love the Katy Trail!? Beautiful area of Dallas. There are lanes for pedestrians and bikes. So many dogs out here which is super fun. Lots of gorgeous apartments and condos back up to this. There is also the Katy Trail icehouse near by. I am super thankful that Dallas has this because Dallas is not a naturey city. This helps me get my nature fix. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Highly recommended!! Went on a beautiful sunny day in the 70s. Wear sunscreen! Trail has a red soft cushy trail along with a biking trail. Will return! read more

Katy Trail - Beautiful day :D - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

The Katy Trail is a beautiful, open-to-the-public greenway. My fiance's family actually lives nearby, so when we visited them, we would take walks along the trail in the morning. After a few minutes walking down the street, we would hit one of the entrances to the trails. I love to listen to podcasts while walking along this trail, and you will find company in passing runners, walkers, people out with their dogs, and parents out with their children. It's a very calm, low pressure space to engage in some outdoor exercise either alone or with friends. Few cities have access to such tranquil and protected greenways. Dallas is lucky to have and continue funding the Katy Trail. read more

I finally get it. I understand why Dallas loves Katy Trail! After noticing that a number of businesses and places had the words "Katy Trail" in their names, I became curious. Where is this Katy Trail? Is it easily accessible? Where do I sign up? I'm always looking for good places to run or exercise. Trails in the city are most always different and exciting, too. After a little research, I decided to try this entrance and so far, it's where I like to park and start my morning runs. The only downside is that the parking lot isn't very large and all the other parking spots are reserved for nearby businesses. This trail is perfect for walkers, joggers, runners, bikers, everyone! In it's entirety, Katy Trail spans 3.5 miles, through Uptown/Oak Lawn, ending about a half mile or so from the American Airlines Center. The entire trail is paved and wide enough to accommodate traffic in both directions. There is also a lovely little plaza that overlooks Reverchon Park as well as Katy Trail Ice House, which is right off the trail and has awesome outdoor seating. Definitely hit up Katy Trail if you're looking for a cool, easy run or ride. :] read more

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The trail is accessible from so many spots. Many complexes/ townhomes have direct/ secure access to the trail. I accessed it from downtown ( Houston st entrance). There are plenty of bikers, runners, dog walkers etc- so you don't feel isolated but they've expanded it so you don't feel crowded. It's a very safe feel. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This has become my new spot!!! I love outdoor walks and now that the weather is getting better this is the perfect place to come for a stroll or a nice jog. It's such a nice well kept up trail in the heart of Dallas, which is a refreshing escape from the big city vibes. If I lived closer I would be out everyday but I try to make it out a couple times a week. Also there are restaurants and parks off the path which make for nice breaks and offers other things to do. If you haven't tried it out I definitely recommend it. As far as parking for those who are not in walking distance I recommend parking at Reverchon Park and walking through the park to the trail. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Favorite running trail in Dallas, hands down. There's gorgeous views and different parts of the trail offer different things. You can walk behind cute houses, cut through nature, or along side ponds and streams. Since the trail is so long there's not too much foot traffic build up. There's the Katy Trail Ice House along the way as well. I've never been but it's pet friendly. So if you happen to go for a nice walk with your dog, you can step in for a beer or two afterwards. That might defeat the point of the walk but who am I to judge anyone who wants to day drink? Just check out this trail. You won't be disappointed. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Beautiful spot in Dallas to get outside and be active. Lots of restaurants and bars along the Katy trail to stop at! They keep it really clean and nice! read more

My first time here and i really enjoyed the run. It wasn't crowded. The weather was really nice. read more

Katy Trail - Hiking Near Me - Dallas, Texas

*This is a review is written for Dallas visitors! It is so tough when your new to Dallas to find all of the entry points to the Katy Trail it is ridiculous! I had been in Dallas for years and still had such a tough time finding entry points, but once found it is like so fun to know about the trail! Just to note, this review is really for the folks visiting and staying downtown Dallas! Wouldn't you like to know where to go for a great escape to back to nature or even a great run to release some stress? Well, my friends here is the southern entrance to the Katy Trail. There are so many entrances & exits to this very hidden treasure and this is written for you out of town folks so you can find this trail! Yes, I know, I keep going on about the entry points on the trail, but this is just too fun to know about! Love the Katy Trail! Just to note this is one long trail with so many entrances & exits that this one really needs to be book marked for those in downtown Dallas that want to get back to nature for a quick run or getaway from the rat race! This trail is just so breath taking and fun it is one of those places that lets you get you exercise on and back to nature at the same time it is not funny! Big shout out to so many of the unsung hero's that take the constant care of this fun trail! I do not know if you know, but I flat out love this trail! read more

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We were told to visit this nature trail while visiting Dallas. And then they quickly said..oh wait..it's not really a nature trail it's just a long paved stretch of road. All concrete. But it's really nice though. Well, that pretty much sums it up. It's very clean and tidy and well marked along the way. There are tons of condos and buildings under construction along the way. So it's not very scenic in that respect. Hop on this trail at any marker but I recommend hanging around the West Village entrance. The surrounding parks and fountains and water displays are wonderful. It's the perfect spot to enjoy your snack. The trail is so easy and probably the best escape you'll find to get away from the concrete jungle. read more

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This is a great urban trail, running right through Dallas but with many sections of the 6 miles that I walked wooded on both sides as if I was not in the middle of the city. There were lots of bridges, which I love, and a number of water fountains every half to full mile. It's a great place to walk, ride a bike, or rollerblade. The jogging would be good too, although the majority of the trail is concrete; there are a few sections off to the side of the main trail with a more forgiving surface for pedestrians. It's clear why so many apartment buildings and condos have gone up along this trail; almost all of them have direct access to the trail for their residents. This trail was very quiet in mid afternoon but got pretty crowded by 5 pm when I was finishing up. read more

Beautiful trail/park. I just came to relax, lounge on a blanket and soak up some sun. I would have went to Kylde Warren, but I wasn't trying to pay for parking. I parked on a side street and enjoyed a few hours here. The trail is nice. Lots of squirrels but they don't bug you. The fountain is pretty to look at. I'd come back in some workout gear. It wasn't that kind of party today. Great place to people watch too. read more

If you hate running as much as I do, but for some reasons still have to drag your butt out there and run? Katy Trail is the perfect place to get some good runs in and bring down your run time. How? You may ask. With so many distractions along the trail, from fluffy gorgeous dogs that make me want to kidnap at least 1 or 2 so badly, to bunch of runners/walkers/"catwalk models", to beautiful houses/condos/apartments/scenery along the trail, focus on that to keep your mind off of the pain and the thought that you might be dying from running out of breath. I have not run from 1 end of the trail to the other end, so can't tell you how long the whole trail is exactly, but it's definitely more than 4miles. If you don't live within walking distance to the trail, William B. Dean and Reverchon Park would be the perfect places to park your car and get on the trail from there. read more

Started walking and running here (Thomsen Overlook\Reverchon Park entrance) 2nd week of January this year. It is GREAT! I moved to Dallas in 1992, but never explored this Trail until this year. (lost 77 lbs in 2014-2015.) It's taken 4-5 years for me to courage-up to running outside (I'm accident prone! heh!), and this Trail is my first. I feel like I'm not even in Dallas while on it!! Just make sure you never stray into any grassy areas... plenty of dog poo. All of the water fountains aren't operational, so if you need to hydrate often, being your own water. read more

Katy Trail and I have had our good moments (long runs with shaded trees) and our bad moments (over crowded with people and nats). More often than not, they're good. I'm thankful I live within walking distance to a great trail perfectly kept in Uptown. The padded sidewalk is great for running/walking while the concrete "roadway" is great for cycling. A grandpa once told me the Katy Trail was built over an old railroad track, so it's a straight line from point A to point B with little incline. I generally feel really safe on the trail (especially when with dogs), but don't head down towards AAC at night. Lights generally come on about dusk, but sometimes they take a while, so if you're jogging a lone with headphones just be mindful of what's around you. Also, if you're not familiar with the rules, there are some: -Pick up after your dog. -Don't walk/ride in the middle of the track so people have to almost hit someone to pass you. -If you're going to pass announce it or make sure someone isn't behind you thinking the same thing (CRASH). read more

I would sell my soul to a circus if I could walk the Katy Trail as my occupation. I love it! It's my favorite thing to do in Dallas. If the suns a-shining, I'm a-walking. I feel like the Katy Trail is kinda our Central Park in terms of a cool tree-lined trail filled with people pushing strollers, people on roller blades, runners, bikers, dog walkers. It's safe and there's tons of people and they have a special trail just for walkers/runners that's more cushiony. It's really fun. Bring your iPod and work that body! Also, I've never seen people look so happy to be riding bikes. Everyone a bike looks so happy on the trail! It's gleeful! It makes me want to learn how (bike riding has been my new year's resolution 4 years running- but 2009 could be the year!) People sing, dance. Basically, the Katy Trail is better than a night out in terms of people watching and good vibes. =) read more