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    Lake Cliff Park

    4.7 (15 reviews)

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    Corey S.

    Lake Cliff Park is a great place if you are trying to find yourself at peace or be surrounded by nature. Great views of the Dallas skyline and also plenty of room to roam around and for dogs to run around with a Lake in the middle. Also in proximity to Downtown. Great for photo shoots and hanging out with family and friends.

    Matthew H.

    My wife and I came here to play tennis (she was teaching me tennis) and we had a blast! There was no one on the court at the time and we had the place to ourselves while I was clumsily learning the sport. The park itself seems very cleaned and used by people enjoying all sorts of activities. Great spot!

    In the pavilion.
    Michelle J.

    Lake Cliff Park is a gorgeous park. They are exaggerating a little with the name Lake but there is a pond and a fabulous view of the beautiful Dallas skyline. This park has 3 pavilions, and it's surrounded by an older neighborhood filled with well kept older homes. This park is great for couples, families, picnics, parties under the pavilion and barbecues. If you haven't been here yet it's definitely worth checking out.

    Anna E.

    Beautiful park with lots of animals. There are many different places to sit and relax and enjoy the beautiful view. It is very​ quiet, even though it is right off the​ main road​. You can sit and enjoy or take a stroll with many turns and fun paths. The only​ thing that was a little crazy was that the ducks followed us. It looks like people typically feed the ducks and so they follow people expecting food - please don't feed the ducks!

    The pineapple fountain is working.
    Rhonda A.

    The city of Dallas has plenty of little neighborhood parks. Lake Cliff has been transformed over the past hundred years since residents first moved into the area. With walking paths and a lake with a fountain give enough nature and tranquility to be still appreciated as well as enjoyed. I heard that was a volunteer group that helped with the greenery, but I am not sure if they still offer help. Seeing the pineapple fountain adjacent to Zang Road, up and running is a treat. I have been coming here for the past two years and love this block sized simplistic park all the same, all year through.

    Ericka R.

    I love this park. I started to come here for walks in the evening recently and loved it I just love the atmosphere, the water the area and the nice view of downtown.

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    Do they ducks at this park?

    Yes Ducks roam from time to time depending on the weather.

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    They are exaggerating a little with the name Lake but there is a pond and a fabulous view of the beautiful Dallas skyline.

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    Turtle Creek Park

    Turtle Creek Park

    4.9
    (20 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    I parked by a white building for free and then realized the bridge connected to the Katy Trail. It…read morewas nice to have a clear walking path. I also liked the benches placed throughout the park area with the pond. It was quite relaxing after a long day.

    Turtle Creek Park is one of those hidden-in-plain-sight gems that makes city living feel a little…read moremore peaceful. It's close to where I live, and I love having such a beautifully maintained green space nearby. There's lots of open lawn that would be perfect for a picnic or just soaking up some sunshine. It's dog-friendly (major points for that!), and I've consistently seen pet parents doing a great job cleaning up after their pups. Personally, I prefer this kind of open space over a traditional dog park--as long as your pup has excellent recall and listens well. Just a heads-up: Turtle Creek Blvd runs alongside the park and it's a busy street, so keep that in mind. One of my favorite things about this park is how it feels like a little escape from the hustle of the city. Maybe I've been lucky, but's it's never gotten overly busy during my visits. Whether you're walking your dog, taking a quiet stroll, or reading under a tree, it's just a nice vibe. Pro Tip: There is some street parking available, but only on certain sides depending on signage--so double-check before leaving your car. All in all, a relaxing and scenic spot in the heart of Dallas. Happy Exploring!

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    Dragon Park

    Dragon Park

    4.3
    (35 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Couple of figure statues. Big whoop. Not much else going on here. Not really scenic or anythingread more

    [4] - Location [5] - Uniqueness…read more [5] - Free Entry A hidden gem that brings me memories of " A Secret Garden" Or a ritual sacred place in Uptown Dallas. Though very small and delicate, this would the perfect place for photography, read a book, even perhaps some meditation. There is unique stones statues placed here from, Dragons, to gargoyles, angels. The trees are delicately placed, some I have never seen before with many beautiful colors and foliage. I loved it when I came to check it out, many much parking so you may get luck if there is not many people there, which usually there are for taking pictures. It is not a big place, it is very small, but enough to take a nice little stroll and enjoy for whomever made this place available to the public. Note - When we arrived there are sign's at the entrances that say, in order to enter this property you had to call a number that was on the sign and ask for permission first before entering. I did not call, and just walked around admiring the garden as many others did. Though, if you do plan on going, enter at your own risk ( You prob should call and ask for permission first). Sadly I did not take a picture of the sign. I was probably only there 15 minutes at the most to enjoy the whole garden. I'd love to go back with my camera to take some nice pictures sometime. Totally a nice little place to check out if you happen to be in this area.

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    Trinity Skyline Trail

    Trinity Skyline Trail

    4.6
    (20 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Great views of the Calatravas bridges and downtown! This…read moreimproved hiking and biking trail takes you past some of the most scenic parts of downtown Dallas. From the floodplain of the Trinity River, you can see all the bright lights of Big D. Downtown Dallas has two bridges designed by the internationally acclaimed architect, Santiago Calatravas. There's one at each end of the trail here. There's no restrooms here along this trail. No shade from trees. The area around the Trinity has been mowed to keep things visible, and a concrete path to follow. There's a map at the trail head that walks you through the features of the Trinity river valley. This place is generally pretty sketchy at night- there's a place you can pull off the road and park and make out or whatever those people are doing in their cars. It seems like a fantastic place to meet some shady characters late at night. I wouldn't hike past sundown. I went walking alone through the trail, and I'm pretty sure I made some of the other joggers uncomfortable when there was nobody else around... I'd have felt much more comfortable on a bike.

    From what I understand based on the trail maps, the Trinity Skyline trail itself is a little less…read morethan 5 mile loop, but it connects to another trail which could lengthen it. On our first trip out, we only walked the half mile leg of the trail between the Trinity Overlook and the Ronald Kirk Pedestrian Bridge. Street parking was easy at the Overlook. There weren't a lot of spaces but there also weren't a lot of cars. I think most people start from one of the other trailheads. The views from the overlook are nice, but not as nice as the views from the pedestrian bridge. It would probably be more exciting at night. From the overlook we descended down a steep hill to the trail. The path is a little rocky but still adequate for running, assuming you have good shoes. This definitely isn't a trail for you barefoot runners! I can't speak for the rest of it, but this portion of the trail was NOT LIT, so it wouldn't be an early morning or night run option without a flashlight (and a taser). It is roughly a flat half mile from the overlook to the bridge and it is beautiful. There are views of both the Margaret McDermott and Margaret Hunt Hill bridges, the Trinity River, and the Dallas Skyline. Walking the trail in early April, everything was vibrantly green and absolutely stunning. We hopped off the trail to walk down the Ronald Kirk pedestrian bridge. On a Friday mid morning in the midst of Coronavirus quarantine, the bridge was sparsely populated - just a few people here and there running, biking, or walking their dogs. I see from previous reviewers that it is normally quite lively, which will be a fun thing to go back and experience, but it was also nice to have the bridge mostly to ourselves and peacefully take in the 360 degree views. The Trinity Skyline trail and the Ronald Kirk Pedestrian bridge come together to make a true urban oasis. Go check it out!

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