Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

1. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

9.4
8525 Garland Rd (at Whittier Ave.), Dallas, TX
Botanical Garden · 157 tips and reviews

David B.David Basler: Fav place for a walk, picnic or some painting. I suggest the family membership. Gets you free parking, admission for up to 6 every time you go—pays for itself in 2 visits. Read more.

Jen S.Jen S: Beautiful gardens, plenty to see and lots of room to spread out and read a book or have a picnic. Don't forget to take the kids to see the hundreds of pumpkins. I've never seen so many different kinds

Oyinkansola A.Oyinkansola Ayobiojo: Beautiful views of the lake. Lovely spot for a picnic or walk.

Klyde Warren Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

2. Klyde Warren Park

9.4
2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy (at Harwood St), Dallas, TX
Park · 151 tips and reviews

Angelica A.Angelica Andrade: Good free fun & great place to take the family. Parents make sure you bring swimsuits & towels for the kiddos. I brought a picnic blanket & sandwiches but we couldn't resist the awesome food trucks!

Josh R.Josh Ranger: Great place for a picnic!

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Pack a picnic and enjoy the cooler temperatures in Dallas at Klyde Warren Park. Enjoy food trucks, yoga, board games and even live music all offered in the heart of the city!

White Rock Lake Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

3. White Rock Lake Park

9.4
8300 E Lawther Dr (at White Rock Lake Tr), Dallas, TX
Park · 20 tips and reviews

Shatara L.Shatara Lister: Nice trails for biking,running,walking, great for picnics,and watching the sun set.

Emmett R.Emmett Reeves: Go to lake since my high school days! Usually always kept up and beautiful! Scenic and great for walks, running, picnics or just for a sit and view!

Chris F.Chris F: Great walking and bicycle paths. Fishing docks and people watching too!

Oak Lawn Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

4. Oak Lawn Park

9.0
3400 Turtle Creek Blvd. (at N. Hall St.), Dallas, TX
Park · 13 tips and reviews

Angela S.Angela Skees: Nice quiet place to wander around or have a picnic.

JAYCEE H.JAYCEE HADDOX: Very clean great place for a picnic

Randy T.Randy Thornbrugh: Very peaceful. Birds are all around.... their voices sweet melodies....

Kiest Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

5. Kiest Park

8.5
3080 S Hampton Rd (btwn Perryton Dr and W Five Mile Pkwy), Dallas, TX
Park · 6 tips and reviews

Dallas Hike and Bike TrailsDallas Hike and Bike Trails: Located in the Oak Cliff area of SW Dallas, this 2.8 mile trail meanders through the 264-acre Kiest Park, connecting playgrounds, athletic fields, formal gardens, a recreation center & a picnic area.

Ambeezie C.Ambeezie Chalmers: The trail is shaded quite well. Great for an evening run. They say its 2 miles around too!!

Shawn W.Shawn Williams: Just walked Kiestwood Trail extension from Dallas' best park.

Cedar Ridge Preserve is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

6. Cedar Ridge Preserve

9.2
7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy (Long Canyon Trail), Dallas, TX
Nature Preserve · 30 tips and reviews

Transitions® lensesTransitions® lenses: This 600 acres of preserved wilderness incl. 9 miles of hiking trails, native-plant nurseries, a picnic area, nature programs. #seemoresights

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: One of the best woodsy-outdoor escapes in Dallas County. There are picnic tables, miles of hiking trails & a nice little pond. (And poison ivy off trail, you've been warned). It's closed on Mondays.

Christopher M.Christopher Mccoy: This place is beautiful all year round. It's good for the family or just a few. Gotta go!

White Rock Lake Bike & Hiking Trail is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

7. White Rock Lake Bike & Hiking Trail

9.1
White Rock Lake, Dallas, TX
Hiking Trail · 22 tips and reviews

Elizabeth M.Elizabeth McClure: It's a great place to jog, have a picnic, and spend time with family.

Dean E.Dean Erickson: What a great trail with great views and plenty of miles to explore. A must.

Dallas Hike and Bike TrailsDallas Hike and Bike Trails: This 9.4 mile trail is around the scenic shoreline of White Rock Lake. The trail links the Mockingbird Point Dog Park, playgrounds, parking areas & the White Rock Creek Trail.

Reverchon Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

8. Reverchon Park

8.8
3505 Maple Ave (at Turtle Creek Bl), Dallas, TX
Park · 19 tips and reviews

Super D.Super Dad: Nice covered playground! Green space, flowers, trails, basketball court, & baseball field! 1 grill w/ picnic tables. Limited parking @ playground, but lots next to baseball field. Access to Katy Trail

Mark R.Mark Richard: Great big park in the middle of Dallas! Lots of green space, hiking stairs, lookout perches and more. Access to Katy Trail with great lookout area. Highly recommend!

Matthew R.Matthew Rooney: Don't let this happen to you! Bring a bacon ice cream cake for your furry friends!

Texas Discovery Gardens is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

9. Texas Discovery Gardens

8.7
3601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas, TX
Botanical Garden · 13 tips and reviews

MacKenzie M.MacKenzie McCarver: Perfect for a picnic and a stroll, the outdoor gardens are scenic and informational. The indoor butterfly garden is a paradise. Great for families and kids, or for an inexpensive date night.

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: The Texas Discovery Gardens are home to the absolutely best place in Dallas to see butterflies. Enjoy the daily butterfly release at noon when newly-emerged butterflies are set free.

Transitions® lensesTransitions® lenses: Explore the 7.5 acres of diverse garden styles and botanicals, including a butterfly house and insectariums. #seemoresights

Williams Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

10. Williams Park

7.5
McFarlin Blvd., Dallas, TX
Park · 4 tips and reviews

PrimeTimePrimeTime: A great Park to have a picnic. In the afternoons, almost always, there are many other kids playing there. Also, it's near Goar park, which has a field, fountain and creek the kiddos can explore!

Super D.Super Dad: Hidden gem; my kids love to picnic on the field! Nice water views, great playground, and a nice field to play sports. Plenty of parking! (Con: No bathrooms; however, walk across street to Gore Park.)

Juan L.Juan Luna: It's a very tranquil park with beautiful landscape. Plenty of benches to sit on

Vitruvian Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

11. Vitruvian Park

9.2
3875 Ponte Ave (Vitruvian Way.), Addison, TX
Park · Vitruvian Park · 14 tips and reviews

Ron J.Ron Jeramiah: Beautiful park to come get a walk or run in. Nice trails for all to use with tranquil scenery and peace and quiet. Highly recommend a nice stroll.

Naser S.Naser Salhi: Walk, run, play & eat!

Adam G.Adam Gordon: Great trail. Beautiful.

Cottonwood Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

12. Cottonwood Park

8.7
1400 W Belt Line Road, Richardson, TX
Park · 9 tips and reviews

Ron J.Ron Jeramiah: Awesome park...great for a peaceful stroll, a great park for the kids, tennis, basketball, or to simply have a picnic.

D C.D C: Great park, lots of trees and wildlife, no crime!

MaryMary: The best me time!!! During lunch!

Flag Pole Hill is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

13. Flag Pole Hill

8.4
8100 Doran Cir, Dallas, TX
Park · 14 tips and reviews

John S.John Soltis: great location for picnics

Charles E.Charles E.: Great place to run and bike. Ponds with turtles too!

Howard K.Howard Kelley: Best sledding in Dallas!

Lakewood Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

14. Lakewood Park

7.7
7142 Williamson Rd, Dallas, TX
Park · 8 tips and reviews

Jen R.Jen R: Have a picnic on the green.

Michelle M.Michelle M: They have a basketball court & covered picnic tables

Michelle M.Michelle M: Plenty of playground equipment & kids to play with.

Velvet Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Picnics in Dallas.

15. Velvet Taco

8.8
3012 N Henderson Ave (at N Central Expy), Dallas, TX
Taco Restaurant · 275 tips and reviews

Thadd J.Thadd Jenkins: #3.5 Picnic chicken is the bomb! & #9 Roast pork banh mi is kickin'

Bryan C.Bryan Crabill: Love this place. It's perfect because there's tons of variety so you can get whatever you're craving. Everything I've had has been fantastic except for the picnic basket. Didnt care for that

thewandering1thewandering1: Cuban pig and Picnic Chicken, the tots, the red velvet. Haven't had a bad one yet.