White Rock Lake Spillway – White Rock Lake Dam loop from SMU/Mockingbird

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White Rock Lake Spillway – White Rock Lake Dam loop from SMU/Mockingbird

Hard

2.5

(18)

runners

White Rock Lake Spillway – White Rock Lake Dam loop from SMU/Mockingbird

02:41

25.8km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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7.91 km

White Rock Lake Spillway

Highlight • Structure

View from White Rock dam. A popular spot for local bikers and a great photo opportunity. You'll probably bump into other cyclists.

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8.01 km

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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9.33 km

White Rock Lake

Highlight • Lake

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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10.9 km

Wildlife at White Rock Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

Lots of birds and turtles, but also unfortunately a lot of rubbish on the shore and in the water!

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21.2 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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23.8 km

Ridgewood Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Ridgewood Trail in Dallas, Texas, is a paved, multi-use pathway stretching just over 1 mile, beginning at Skillman Street and extending to the SoPac Trail near Fisher Road. This …

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