Take a Walk with Nature!

Some of the best dates are the ones relaxing outdoors enjoying the fresh air. The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge is a great date location for you and your spouse. They have beautiful forests, wetlands, prairies, and hiking trails for you to explore! 

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This nature center has a great variety of wildlife animals such as bison, deer, and other wild animals for you to observe. They also have canoe rides you can do there as well! A canoe ride with your spouse would be such a fun and romantic activity!

Photo Credit: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge

This center is approximately 3,621 acres, and has over 20 miles of hiking trails. Visitors have the option of self-guided hikes and staff-guided hikes. This center is one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States. It is a great place to explore the outdoors and breath in the fresh air! The relaxing and adventurous atmosphere creates a perfect date with your spouse!

Photo Credit: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge 

Photo Credit: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge 

ADDRESS: 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. Fort Worth, TX 76135

HOURS:  Winter (Oct-Apr) 8 AM - 5 PM 

Summer Weekdays (May-Sept) 7 AM - 5 PM

Summer Weekends (May-Sept) 7 AM - 7 PM

Here are what people on Google are saying about this nature center!

"I. LOVE. THIS. PLACE. The trails are varied and the lake is great! They offer a map with miles already indicated which is great for planning. It is always well maintained and i feel completely safe! I hike here several times a year. One of my favorites!"

"Great place for nature lovers located about an hours drive from downtown Dallas. Excellent for bird watching, hiking, and other nature or conservation related educational activities."

"Love this place. Every season has its different interesting things to see. Tons of hiking trails for the whole family. Been going here for years!!"

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