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Runyon Creek Trail at UNT Dallas

4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Running trail in Dallas, Texas · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Not reported

Confirmed from Runyon Creek Trail at UNT Dallas' 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.

PavedScenicTrailhead parking

What runners say about Runyon Creek Trail at UNT Dallas

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (24 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“It’s clean, nature is all around and it seemed pretty safe during the day.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Nice, scenic running trail, well-maintained, with few users.”

This was a great trail to walk! It’s clean, nature is all around and it seemed pretty safe during the day. I would definitely return and recommend to anyone looking for a moderate trail to explore. When we arrived, there were security staff present which made us feel safer.

★★★★★ — Dr. , Oct 2023

Great trail. Nicely paved. The air is really good here and it is very clean. The only improvement opportunity I see is they should put some exercise bars. Like monkey bars, dip bars, pull up bars etc. Lots of space for em

★★★★★ — David , Apr 2023

Beautiful peaceful jogging and biking area. Went today for the first time and enjoyed it. Started at the University. If parking in this lot be aware the police 🚓 will be watching activity inn parking lot.

★★★★★ — Kari , Mar 2023

Great nature’s trail. This trail is used by cyclists and pedestrians alike. It leads to UNT Dallas.

★★★★★ — Dena , Feb 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 24 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 6 mentions

“If parking in this lot be aware the police 🚓 will be watching activity inn parking lot.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“Nice, scenic running trail, well-maintained, with few users.”

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🛣️ Paved surface

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Plan your run at Runyon Creek Trail at UNT Dallas

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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 trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Websitedallasparks.org
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Where to find Runyon Creek Trail at UNT Dallas

Dallas, Texas

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.