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Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve

3316 Oak Lawn Ave.

Dallas, TX 75219

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Hidden away behind a retirement home and the Hampton Illinois Branch library are 119 acres of barely tamed wilderness, home to a surprisingly diverse sampling of wildflowers, butterflies, birds and trees. Winding, looping and switching back through the preserve is a multiuse path for hikers and bikers alike. Maintained by volunteers, the park has exciting features including water crossings, ramps and bridges to keep riders on their toes. The preserve has about eight miles of trail, and Dallas Off-Road Bicyclist Association members led by Shadow Johns are creating more all the time. Be alert for hikers and riders coming your way, though, as there are tons of blind corners, thanks to all the trees.

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jonson
jonson

Correct. They use that park to meet and have gay sex. For real! I went there to ride, went around a corner, boy was I shocked! 2 guys were gettin it on!!

rmtber
rmtber

Dorba sucked ass. Don't join, they'll double bill you for memebership. Also, mostly KKK members there

Mattslots
Mattslots

Get on your bike and ride...way to go Shadow and crew! Best Trail in DFW by a mile.

minotro
minotro

Check out the butterflies aka mountainbikers.

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