Woodland Basin Nature Area — Attraction in Garland

Our Family kayaking Rowlett Creek river adventure was fun, as always. We enjoy greeting the groups of fishermen, the natural flora, observing the animals and fish occasionally jumping out and splashing at the water's surface. We laugh and sing at times, yet also enjoy the peaceful symphony of nature. The creek/river needs a bit of rubbish removal though, moreso on the north of Miller than south side. Interestingly enough though, either dragonflies lead our party or the crane. The crane will stop every 200 ft or so and wait for us, then fly ahead and wait again, as if escorting us safely to the lake or back to the Miller bridge, unharmed from potential danger from copperheads and black wasps. Thanks Crane! We named the crane Stuart (as in steward). ...

This can be a nice place but there's so much trash in the area. We picked up a lot of trash but it's the people that make it good.

Otherwise, it's a good place to go fishing. You can be under the bridge or under the cover of the trees.

There's about 15 parking spots and there are no restrooms. Easily accessible on the east bound lane of Miller Rd. There is a dedicated left turn lane on the west bound lane of Miller. There is also a sign that reads "Woodlands Basin...

I give this 4 stars overall simply for the lovely paddle. Lots of birds, heard an owl, the creek is shaded nearly the whole way North. Got out and found fossils, Buffalo teeth, turtle shell, cool rocks. Great place to kayak, but tons of trash. If you think of all of the bags and clothes in the trees swaying in the breeze, one of our group said they were like prayer flags. Could really benefit from a cleanup. Put in was easy, could benefit from having...