The Loop Dallas connects Dallas to Dallas in new, exciting ways. We’ve “connected” 39 miles of existing trails with 11 miles of newly built trails for a total of 50 miles of walk and bike trails. This ambitious project increases access to green space and replenishes our connection to nature. City dwellers have a new way to access public transportation via trails free of rush-hour traffic.

Urban trails revitalize communities. The Loop Dallas will connect neighbors to stunning lakefront views, amazing foodie finds, tranquil forests, farms for good and more. Places to play, shop and dine dot The Loop Dallas and will contribute to the economic mobility and success of historically underserved communities along its path. By joining 39 miles of existing trails in Dallas with 11 miles of newly built trails, The Loop Dallas increases access to public transportation and green space ensuring Dallasites can access these resources across the city.

In 2014, Jeff Ellerman, Rick Perdue, Larry Dale, Philip Henderson, Joseph Pitchford, Linda Owen, and Mike Terry recognized Dallas’ next big opportunity: Though many miles of trail exist, Dallas was missing critical connections between communities and neighborhoods because of physical, political, and financial barriers. Together, they created the Circuit Trail Conservancy and identified The Loop Dallas as the catalyst project to Connect Dallas to Dallas.

Working with the City of Dallas Park and Recreation Department, the Circuit Trail Conservancy, now known as the same name as the project, The Loop Dallas, entered a formal public-private partnership to build 11 miles of trail, filling four gaps, to create a 50-mile circuit. By 2018, $43M was secured from private donors, City of Dallas bond funds, Dallas County, and the Texas Department of Transportation to build The Loop Dallas.

By forming a strong public-private partnership we are building a strong framework for a premier urban trail network linking our city. By constructing five key connection trail projects, we will:

• Create a contiguous 50-mile urban trail
• Unite neighborhoods and enrich daily life
• Stimulate economic development
• Offer a safe, green, healthy transportation option
• Increase tourism
• Attract new residents to Dallas
• Connect people to nature
• Capture our city and regional pride