Looking for an easy hike with a surprise view at the end? Grab your water and head to the out-and-back Piedmont Ridge Trail, located southeast of Dallas at the edge of White Rock Escarpment and the Great Trinity Forest. The vista provides enough elevation for a breathtaking view at its peak. You’ll love the reward!
Piedmont Ridge Trail is a 1.3-mile wooded hike.
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The trailhead is an easy find at Grover Keeton Park.
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The only even moderately challenging part is at the very beginning where hikers acquire some elevation.
Jason Schwartz/AllTrails It’s easy enough for small children to make. Just make sure you have on proper shoes and bring water.
Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Texas nature at its finest can be found on its trails.
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The trail offers a number of activity options with others nearby you can hike.
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Two rustic benches provide a great spot midway for a refreshing break.
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The view is beautiful year-round.
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It is certain to leave you breathless in autumn!
Groundwork Dallas/Facebook It is one of the best hikes for Dallas - Fort Worth’s brief fall foliage display.
The serene setting offers the perfect spot to refresh.
schroomtastic/AllTrails The trail is accessible year-round to enjoy regardless of the season.
Dallas’ cityscape provides a perfect end point to the trail.
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What other easy trails have you found in Dallas – Fort Worth that you are willing to share?
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It’s easy enough for small children to make. Just make sure you have on proper shoes and bring water.
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It is one of the best hikes for Dallas - Fort Worth’s brief fall foliage display.
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The trail is accessible year-round to enjoy regardless of the season.
John Miller/AllTrails
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