Dallas, is the 3rd largest city of Texas and the ninth largest in USA. It was founded in 1841 and finally incorporated as a city in 1865. Being the part of one of the largest inland metropolitan areas Dallas does not have any navigational facilities. This fact has never been an impediment in the development of Dallas. With its rich resources of petroleum and historically important cotton and oil mills, Dallas has emerged as a major commercial hub of the US. The city has a unique blend of modernity and natural beauty. The numerous tourist spots of Dallas are a proof of the natural and artificial splendors that Dallas posses. The Dallas Arboretum and Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological Gardens are few of the many tourist attractions of Dallas.
One of the favorite spots where both tourists as well as local residents like to spend their time is the White Rock Lake. The White Rock Lake was created in 1911 for providing drinking water to the residents of Dallas. It was created by damming the White Rock creek, which now opens into the lake and flows into the Trinity River. The lake which offers more than 9 miles of waterfront, soon became a favorite place of recreation among the city dwellers. As soon as a new water reservoir was created, the White Rock Lake and its surrounding area became a city park. The park exists till date and is regularly visited by tourists.
The White Rock Lake even has one of the most popular dog park around it. The park surrounding the White Rock Lake provides ample of opportunity to the tourists for enjoying themselves. The total walk around the lake takes about three hours. There are several legends attached to the White Rock Lake, like the “lady of the Lake”, who is said to be the spirit of a young woman who got drowned in the lake in the 1930s.
Major Attractions at White Rock Lake:
- Yacht / Boat sailing – this is a popular pastime among visitors of all age.
- Fishing – A popular sport among the adults and the children is angling. The rich varieties of fishes provide great many options to the anglers.
- Horseback Riding – you can spend a leisurely evening riding on a horseback and traveling around the beautiful lake, enjoying the beauty of nature.
- Bird Watching – The White Rock Lake is a bird watcher's paradise. The lake attracts a horde of birds and specially the green parrots.
Picnic spots – the park adjacent to the White Rock Lake has several picnic spots which are reservable.
Entry to the White Rock Lake Park:
No entry fee is required for visiting the White Rock lake and the adjacent park
The White Rock Lake offers an exception to the residents of Dallas from the regular city life. The beautiful sunset as viewed from the banks of the lake makes it a favorite haunt among tourists.
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