Cedar Mountain - Dallas County Nature Preserve — Attraction in Cedar Hill

This trail sounds similar to the bigger, better trails off Mountain View, however this one is located off of Belt Line road. Once you actually find the main trail which might require several visits you will discover the staff forgets they are run by the city and acts as if their dirt and trees are made of Gold.

They are always closed and in order to walk the main trail you have to sign in and sign out before you leave which is annoying, especially if you're sweaty and tired. Heaven forbid they see you approaching when they decide they want to be closed or with a dog; they make you feel like you are a burglar caught red handed.

Dogs are not allowed but there is a day they can come, which I have no idea when because you'll be forced to ask a rude, out of touch, librarian type staff to find out.

To have all this fuss over a trail I'd expect no trash and many visitors enjoying it's beauty, but this is not the case. In fact there is trash and reminders everywhere that you are still in the city. I've walked too many come as you go trails to know this is...

Ok, I'll make this short. I had surgery last year, I'm trying not to push it if possible. So there are a couple of trails, mostly hilly. The paths were well maintained and the inclines were gradual. We ended up hiking the whole trail. We stopped to rest and sat at several benches and really took in some beautiful views. Wife has pixs on her phone. My knee held up and I celebrated with a cold one at the restaurant. I'm in my Sixties and glad I'm able to do this. We had enough water to quench our thirst. So some advice: just on the right anytime there's a split on the trail. There are good signage. Bring water, good walking shoes, A sweat towel. I wouldn't try the walk above 90° Spring is perfect. I will bring a walking stick and some fresh fruits to eat while we...

The preserve is a treasure in the metroplex. A very special place that helps remind us of our place and connection with nature. It is so incredibly close to most urban and suburban areas and yet provides ample trails and places to explore, get lost and find yourself again. It's nice that it isn't as popular or as well known to many. The dogs love running and finding new friends along the way as well. There are many overlooks with towers that are absolutely incredible to look out and down over the rest of the...