Home › Texas › Dallas › Big Cedar Wilderness Trail
Big Cedar Wilderness Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 373 Google reviews · Running trail in Dallas, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Big Cedar Wilderness Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Mountain biking and hiking trails with varying difficulty levels are offered at this spot with a public restroom.
What runners say about Big Cedar Wilderness Trail
Simply put, the best trails in North Texas. You will be tested. Your legs will wish to mutiny. Your attention will be required. Bring your climbing legs and your focus. The technical descents will require it. The climbing will make you earn the downhill rewards. You will see significant elevation while riding here.
Amazing trail for mountain biking! It is so well maintained and there are lots of different features. Not to difficult to navigate as there is lots of signage. Enjoyable for riders of all skill levels as there are beginner trails, intermediate, and advanced. One of the best trails in all of DFW for sure.
Big place.. church owns most of it. They lock the gates when they go home. I nearly got locked in at 5pm not the 10pm posted. Trails look in good shape. Met one of the guys taking care of them. It is a Mountain Biking park so watch out and listen if you hike. Cell service very weak.
Very good hike. Tons of little trails to get lost in and enjoy. Will definitely be back and highly recommend. So go out there and enjoy!
Trail conditions & character
“Showers, bathrooms, a place to gather in the shade with surprisingly amazing views.”
“Big Cedar is the best of the DORBA trails to get into technical riding.”
Plan your run at Big Cedar Wilderness Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefacebook.com
- Phone+1 469-464-7108
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 1–8 pm |
Running trails near Dallas
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
BigCedar MTB Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 13 reviews
Cedar Ridge Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,688 reviews
Audubon nature preserve offering 9 miles of hiking trails through 600 acres of hill country habitat.
Escarpment Road Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 189 reviews
Preserve with hiking trails for varying skill levels, including some that are good for kids.
Cedar Hill Park Reserve Trail
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
Quail Run Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 16 reviews
