Oak Cliff Nature Preserve — Texas Land Conservancy

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve
121-acre preserve in Dallas, TX

About the Preserve

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve (OCNP) is a 121-acre oasis of green space located right in the middle of urban Dallas. There are over eight miles of multi-use hike and bike trails coursing through the Preserve. Open dawn until dusk, bird and plant enthusiasts, bicycle riders of all ages, and those just wishing for peace and quiet visit the preserve to connect with nature every day.

County: Dallas
Hours of operation: Open dawn until dusk
Click here to see current trail status following wet weather
Acres: 121
Trails: 8 miles of hike and bike trails
Year Protected: 2000
Location: 2875 Pierce Street, Dallas, TX 75233

Support OCNP with a Donation to TLC

Although there is no fee to visit OCNP, Texas Land Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and relies on the support of our donors, volunteers, and supporters to keep the preserve open and accessible. Please consider making a donation to help keep OCNP a thriving urban oasis for the Dallas community.

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Trail Information

Texas Land Conservancy owns and manages OCNP. For our interactive trail map, visit bit.ly/ocnp. The primary purpose of this property is to protect natural plant and animal communities, however it is also open to visitors for recreation and enjoyment. Please see the permitted and prohibited activities list below.

Wet weather: DORBA has recognized this as a “rain or shine” trail, meaning that it can handle activity after most rain events. Check the DORBA trail page for current trail status.

What to do if you encounter mud or puddles on a trail?
Stay on the trail! Sometimes there’s dry space next to a muddy spot or puddle that allows room to ride/walk next to it and still be on the trail, but if it doesn’t – don’t ride off-trail, ride through the mud or puddle. When people go around wet spots, they damage or kill the vegetation, either widening the trail or creating a new trail. So, if you don’t want to get muddy, avoid hiking or biking at OCNP for several days after a rain event!

Birdwatching
Hiking
Biking/Mountain Biking
- Class 1 pedal assist mountain bikes allowed
Environmental Research (with permission)
Photography
TLC or DORBA-organized stewardship activities
Pets are allowed, but must be on a leash at all times
Driving any type of vehicle, including ATVs and dirt bikes
Horseback riding
Hunting, fishing, trapping or target shooting
Removing or destroying any natural objects, including rocks, flowers, berries, nuts, mushrooms, trees, or artifacts
Littering or dumping
Camping, cooking or campfires

We ask that you stay on the marked trails in order to preserve the fragile habitat that we are working to protect.

Please carry out all trash. If you notice something at OCNP that needs attention, please contact us at 972-696-9810 or info@texaslandconservancy.org.

Things to Keep in Mind

Trails are Multi-Use

OCNP has been supported over the years by the Dallas Off-Road Biking Association (DORBA). We are proud of our ongoing partnership with DORBA, but please note that the trails here are entirely multi-use. Normal yielding practices apply, so bikes yield to pedestrians. Bike riders should be aware that families, runners, other bikers, dogs and hikers may be around the next corner. Ride in control, slow down when you see others and always yield with a smile.

OCNP is Wild

Although you may start your adventure right in the middle of Dallas, please keep in mind that OCNP is a 121-acre preserve and is home to a variety of wild species. Proper preparation and precautions can help keep you and the critters safe. Always bring plenty of water and your cell phone so you can pull up the OCNP interactive trail map.

OCNP is Popular

Thousands of people utilize the 8+ miles of trails at OCNP each year, and that number is growing. With its easy access from town, it is not uncommon to see many Dallasites and visitors alike out enjoying the trails. The White Trail sees the most traffic while you’re more likely to find solitude on one of the trails farther from the trailhead.