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LLELA covers more than 2,000 acres. There is something for everyone: from grassland praries to hardwood bottomland forest, to beautiful wetland retreats, to bird watching, LLELA is a treasure just north of Dallas. * 5 walking trails (Cicada, Bittern Marsh, Redbud, Cottonwood, and Backlands) * 2 kayak water trails ( Elm Fork of the Trinity River and Beaver Pond Kayak Trail) * A wonderful historic 1870's Pioneer Log House * Monthly guided tours of the Bison herd!

LLELA - Offers a great educational experience for everyone! 1. Learn about nature, the environment, and history. * Reconnect children and families with the great outdoors * A wonderful place for children to learn about nature and the environment.


The Cicada Trail follows the historic channel of the Elm Fork through a hardwood forest. Though the river's course was changed during the construction of the Lewisville Dam, the channel remains and retains water after rains and during floods. This temporary water source provides habitat for Wood Ducks, several species of amphibians, turtles, and other wildlife native to North Texas.

The Cicada Trail follows a ridge parallel to the old Elm Fork of the Trinity River channel; the tall Cottonwoods and Pecan trees covering the trail provide welcome shade on a hot summer's day.

The Cicada Trail (about 0.35 mile one way) is an easy walk with little change in elevation. It joins the Cottonwood Trail in two places, offering an opportunity to return via the nearby Cottonwood Trail and the adjacent wetlands at LLELA.


LLELA was created in the early 1990's to promote environmental education and scientific research. It is a Federal Wildlife Management Area protecting our native plants and animals.

LLELA has five walking trails, two kayak water trails, an 1870's Pioneer House, and a Bison Herd. Fishing and tent camping along the Elm Fork.

LLELA focuses on preserving and restoring: * Prairies * Bottomland forests * Eastern Cross Timbers forests * Wetlands and other aquatic ecosystems

Tips: The Cicada Trail is an easy walk with a well maintained trail and numerous interpretive signs along the trail. A great place for birders. The painted bunting frequents this area in the spring and summer.

If you have time, be sure to visit the historic 1870's Pioneer Log House. It is a short distance away and well worth the time.

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