Trinity River Audubon Center

Trinity River Audubon Center is an environmental education facility in South Dallas built on reclaimed land. The site features five miles of trails passing through hardwood forests, wetlands, and prairies alongside the Trinity River.

The center opened in 2008, transforming what was once an illegal dumping site in the Great Trinity Forest. This reclamation project restored over 100 acres of damaged land into working natural habitat.

The National Audubon Society runs educational programs here that teach visitors about the area's birds and ecosystems through hands-on learning activities.

The grounds are open to visitors most days and feature trails suited for different fitness levels. Parking is available on-site and pathways are clearly marked, making it easy to explore the ecosystems independently.

The building was designed by architect Antoine Predock and became the first LEED-certified project completed by Dallas Parks and Recreation. Its design demonstrates how architecture can blend with the natural surroundings while meeting environmental standards.

Inception: 2008

Architects: Antoine Predock

Website: http://trinityriver.audubon.org

GPS coordinates: 32.70360,-96.70530

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42