Quick ride by bicycle from Highland Park to Dallas

Kick off your ride in the lush, tree-lined streets of Highland Park—one of Dallas’s prettiest and most upscale neighborhoods, known for its stately homes and vibrant parks. From here, the route winds southward toward the heart of downtown Dallas, covering just over 9 kilometers.

You’ll enjoy a mostly gentle ride with more downhill than up, making the trip breezy after that initial ascent. About two-thirds of your journey cruises along paved or concrete paths, many of which keep you away from major roads—ideal for a leisurely outing. With quiet roads and occasional access roads, you’ll have plenty of peaceful stretches.

Approaching Dallas, you swap the greenery of Highland Park for the urban buzz of the city’s core, passing historic architecture, murals, and iconic landmarks. Finish up surrounded by Dallas’s skyscrapers, hip eateries, and maybe a museum or two. Whether you’re commuting or just taking in the sights, this route combines relaxing paths with a splash of big city energy.