White Rock Lake Dam – Katy Trail loop from Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

White Rock Lake Dam – Katy Trail loop from Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

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White Rock Lake Dam – Katy Trail loop from Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

01:34

29.9km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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424 m

White Rock Lake Dam

Highlight • Monument

The land was purchased in 1910 and the dam completed in 1911. It supplied water to Dallas residents until a new reservoir was completed in 1929. It was then used as a recreational lake.

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1.65 km

White Rock Lake Trail

Highlight • Trail

White Rock Lake is a 1,254-acre reservoir formed by the damming of White Rock Creek. The creek flows into the lake and exits through a spillway before joining the Trinity …

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5.54 km

SoPac Trail

Highlight • Trail

Its a straight shot from white rock to the nearest liquor store. Watch out for the homeless sleeping under the bridges and the path that links to the Ridgewood trail …

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8.64 km

Ridgewood Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

A great trail in central Dallas and the best way to get from downtown to White Rock lake. Links up nicely with a Katy trail to make for a pleasant route.

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9.85 km

Glencoe Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The chess tables provide respite on a blistering day. There's water fountains a porta potty and a bike repair station with all the tools but the nozzle for the pump has been stolen.

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14.0 km

Turtle Creek is located in the park and district of the same name. It's a nice little creek where you can sit and rest while being inside the city. There are multiple benches and picnic areas available.

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15.6 km

Thomsen Overlook

Viewpoint

16.1 km

Katy Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful well maintained pavement pedestrian path. Shared with joggers and walkers so don't expect to fly through here. Better for a leisurely cruise, people watching and stopping off at the …

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