Oak Cliff Nature Preserve rules: What is allowed and what is not.
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Hiking, biking, birdwatching and photography are permitted, and pets must be leashed at all times. Vehicles, horses, hunting, fishing, camping, cooking and campfires are prohibited. Visitors carry out all trash.
In detail
Texas Land Conservancy publishes a list of permitted and prohibited activities. This is that list in order.
Permitted on foot.
Birdwatching, hiking and photography are permitted. Environmental research is permitted with permission.
Permitted on wheels.
Biking and mountain biking are permitted. Class 1 pedal assist mountain bikes are allowed.
Pets.
Pets are allowed, but must be on a leash at all times.
Prohibited.
Driving any type of vehicle (including ATVs and dirt bikes), horseback riding, hunting, fishing, trapping, target shooting, littering, dumping, camping, cooking and campfires.
Leave nature in place.
Removing or destroying any natural objects is prohibited. The list names rocks, flowers, berries, nuts, mushrooms, trees and artifacts.
Stay on marked trails.
The Conservancy asks visitors to stay on the marked trails to preserve the habitat, and to carry out all trash.
Tip. The preserve's main purpose is to protect natural plant and animal communities. It is also open to visitors for recreation and enjoyment.
Call the park if
- You want permission for environmental research at the preserve
- You see something at the preserve that needs attention