L.B. Houston Nature Trails Wildwood Trailhead

Needs trash picked up but other than that great fishing spots n calm surroundings

Located near loop 12 and hwy 114, this nature park is located off California Crossing which is probably the worst road in Dallas county. After a half mile down the road, which connects 114 to Northwest Highway, this park is a quiet piece of nature in a busy area of town. The trails appear to be still under construction, as after following the "Kathy's loop trail" for about 1/2 mile, the trail just ended right near the Trinity. Retracing our steps, we returned to the fork and continued back to the main path. The trail is dirt, flat and even with poison ivy encroaching on the sides. Good for biking and we did encounter cyclers while hiking. Squirrels and snakes are in abundance. We photographed a rough green snake in a tree while there. The parking is decent. There are no restroom facilities or handicap parking. The trails are moderately wide and adequate for those with mobility issues and some wheelchairs could traverse this path if it is not muddy. Plenty of shade and old forest arching overhead. Most of the trail we walked was shaded. Nice views of the trinity are available as well. Some areas off the trail lead to the waters' edge. There is not a lot of signage or directions inside the park. I'd recommend carrying a trail map or app that tracks your path to help you determine which way to go once in the trails. Total distance hiked...2.03miles.