Spring Creek Nature Area - Richardson, Texas - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

The Spring Creek Nature Area is a hardwood forest nature preserve owned ad operated by the city of Richardson, Texas. The nature area initially consisted of a 51-acre parcel opened in 1991, and it was expanded in 2015 to its current 109-acre size.

The Nature Area is open for hiking, biking, and picnicking. SCNA's trail system connects to both Foxboro Park and the Galatyn Nature Reserve, as well as to two historic cemeteries in the southwest corner.

SCNA is a ten-minute walk from CityLine, an upscale development and shopping area with access to the DART Red and Orange Lines. Car parking and restrooms are available at Foxboro Park.

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 108 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Four trails: Spring Creek Trail (1.9 mi.), Perimeter Trail (0.75 mi.), Central Trail (0.5 mi.), Nature Trail (0.25 mi.) Trails are concrete sidewalks, with the exception of the Nature Trail, which is forest terrain. Blazing is inconsistent, but when it is used, it consists of colored washers with attached ribbons. What points of interest are there?: Overlooks of Spring Creek river What activities are available?: Hiking, biking, picnicking Hours of accessibility?: 5 AM - 10:30 PM List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Cliffs around Spring Creek river, Poison ivy Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

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