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Opal Lawrence Historical Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark. The house was built in 1874 in Texas prairie venacular style. Much of the original homestead is preserved, including the chicken coops, domestic buildings and brick-lined root cellar.
Address: 701 E. Kearney Street Mesquite TX USA 75149
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The Spring Creek Forest Preserve has miles of nature trails, numerous plant species, picnic tables and other facilities. The park is located on the west side of Holford Rd. in Garland, a suburb of Dallas.
Address: Holford Road and Garland Ave Garland TX USA
 1 972 205-3589
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The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is home to more than 2,500 native and exotic species of plants. The garden spans over 105 acres and is the oldest botanic garden in Texas. Visitors enjoy the rose garden, where over 3,000 roses are on display. There is also a restaurant located on the premises.
Address: 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard Fort Worth TX USA 76107
1 817 871-7686
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Located just ten miles from downtown, the Fort Worth Nature Center is a 3,500-acre sanctuary that features buffalo, white-tailed deer, wildflowers and 25 miles of trails. The Hardwicke Interpretive Center offers nature programs, exhibits and a library.
Address: 9601 Fossil Ridge Road Fort Worth TX USA 76135
 Send an Email 1 817 237-1111
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Acknowledged as the largest private collection of contemporary art made public, the Texas Sculpture Garden showcases over 40 prominent Texas artists in both indoor and outdoor exhibits.
Address: 6801 Gaylord Parkway Frisco TX USA 75034
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Cleburne State Park is home to a 116-acre lake and encompasses 568-acres of parkland, including a campground. Activities in the park include mountain biking, boating and fishing. Boats and bicycles are available for rent.
Address: 5800 Park Road 21 Cleburne TX USA 76031
1 817 645-4215
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Fair Park is an entertainment and cultural center located two miles from downtown Dallas. Within the park are the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas Aquarium, the Music Hall, the Cotton Bowl Stadium, the Texas Vietnam Memorial and much more. For three weeks in the fall each year, the State Fair of Texas is held at Fair Park.
Address: 1300 Robert B. Cullum Boulevard Dallas TX USA 75210
1 214 670-8400
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River Legacy Parks is a 1,300 acre is a protected wildlife area that offers over 8 miles of paved trails that wind through thick forest. Wildlife viewing, picnicking, hiking, biking and jogging are popular activities within the park. The science center features interactive exhibits and living aquaria and offers guided walking tours.
Address: 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington TX USA 76006
Send an Email 1 817 860-6752
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Sixty acres of manicured lawns, trees, flowers and gardens. Also find fountains, sculptures, and two historic mansions.
Address: 8617 Garland Road Dallas TX USA 75218
1 214 327-4901
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Located just four miles northwest of Glen Rose, Dinosaur Valley State Park spans over 1,500 acres and contains some of the best preserved dinosaur tracks in the world. The tracks are located in the riverbed, so viewing conditions vary depending on the weather. Park facilities include campsites with water and electricity, hiking trails and mountain biking trails.
Address: Park Road 59 Glen Rose TX USA 76043
1 254 897-4588
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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is home to hundreds of rare and endangered animals that roam on 1,500 acres of unspoiled countryside. The center also houses educational and research facilities.
Address: 2155 County Road 2008 Glen Rose TX USA 76043
1 254 897-2960
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Located 19 miles from Sherman, the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge lies on the Big Mineral Arm of Lake Texoma on the Red River between Oklahoma and Texas. The area aims to provide a habitat for wildlife on its more than 600 acres. During certain times of the year, hunting is a popular pastime. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and hiking in the wilderness.
Address: 6465 Refuge Road Sherman TX USA 75092-5817
Send an Email 1 903 786-2826
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Encompassing over 1,800 acres, Cedar Hill State Park is a nature preserve that is located on the Joe Pool Reservoir. The park serves as an outdoor haven offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, camping, boating and birdwatching.
Address: 1570 F.M. 1382 Cedar Hill TX USA 75104
1 972 291-3900
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Located in Weatherford's Historic District, Chandor Gardens combine elements of ancient Chinese architecture with the beauty of a formal English garden. The site features a 30-foot waterfall. The gardens are open for public and private tours.
Address: 711 W. Lee Street Weatherford TX USA
1 817 613-1700
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Located northeast of Dallas, Bonham State Park encompasses 261 acres and includes a 65-acre lake. Swimming, fishing, camping, picnicking, mountain biking and boating are common activities in this state park.
Address: 1363 State Park 24 Bonham TX USA 75418-9285
1 903 583-5022
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Located in Fair Park, Texas Discovery Gardens is a year-round organic public garden. Attractions include native and adapted plants, bugs and butterflies.
Address: 3601 Martin Luther King Boulevard Dallas TX USA 75210
1 214 428-7476
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Lake Bardwell encompasses over 3,500 surface acres and is a major attraction in Ennis. Skiing, camping, swimming, boating and picnicking are popular activities at the lake.
Address: 4000 Observation Drive Ennis TX USA 75119
1 972 875-5711
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Dallas Nature Center
Encouraging a greater appreciation for the natural environment through conservation, education, and research.
Address: 7171 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas TX USA 75249
1 972 296-1955
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Eisenhower State Park is located northwest of Denison and encompasses over 400 acres of land. Lake Texoma is located in the park making activities such as hiking, picnicking, boating, water skiing, fishing and camping popular activities along the lake. Boat rentals are available in the park.
Address: 50 Park Road 20 Denison TX USA 75020-4878
Send an Email 1 903 465-1956
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