SOUTH

The farther south one goes from Dallas, the prettier the landscape seems to get. Within 20 miles of our neighborhood, there are loads of things to do outdoors. Get your nature on and enjoy all the beauty just south of us.

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How lucky are we? There are two Audubon centers within 20 miles of North Oak Cliff. The Trinity River Audubon Center offers a ton of great programming, and it’s also the only public park within Dallas city limits where camping is allowed. The Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center in Cedar Hill offers guided nature hikes. Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve in Duncanville also is a great place for a little hike and nature time.

DO YOU LIKE CAMPING? GO TO NO. 2

WOULD YOU RATHER TAKE A BOAT RIDE? GO TO NO. 3

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Renting a boat is so much better than owning one. At Lynn Creek Marina at Joe Pool Lake, you can rent a fishing boat, pontoon or ski boat for a few hours. If you’d rather not play captain, catch the sunset cruise for $20 per person.

FUN TIMES! YOUR FRIENDS VACATIONING IN PORT ARANSAS AND MARFA WILL BE SO JEALOUS. [END]

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Cedar Hill State Park, about 15 miles away, offers camping, hiking, fishing and swimming at Joe Pool Lake.

CAMPING IS OK, BUT I’D RATHER CHILL OUT. GO TO NO. 3