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Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden Picnic Guide
Park fee Solo Date Family
66 acres of seasonal gardens on the shore of White Rock Lake, with a children's adventure garden and a lawn that hosts summer concerts.
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At a Glance
| Address | 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218 |
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| Entry | Entry fee applies Verified Paid admission plus parking. Listed on the official site: adults $21.95 Mon–Thu / $25.95 Fri–Sun, children 3–12 $17.95 / $21.95, parking $15 per vehicle plus tax and fees. Members free. |
| Hours | Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (to verify on official site) To verify |
| Picnic Rules | Outside food, drinks (including adult beverages) and coolers are welcome; picnic anywhere except dining areas, and only in marked areas of the Children's Adventure Garden. Blankets yes; no tents, hammocks, flames, balls, Frisbees or kites. Verified |
| Pets | No pets — service animals only Verified Only service animals, except registered visits during the summer Dog Days program. |
| Best For | Solo, Date, Family |
| Shade | Plenty of shade |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Playground | Yes |
| Pavilions | No |
| Water Views | Yes |
| Parking | Paid on-site lots and a garage on Garland Road; can be bought online ahead. |
Local tip: Pecan Grove has picnic tables; the Val Late Garden is the shadiest blanket spot.
More Picnic Spots in Dallas
- White Rock Lake Park
- Klyde Warren Park
- Bachman Lake Park
- Turtle Creek Park
- Reverchon Park
- Kidd Springs Park & Japanese Garden
- Lake Cliff Park
- Cedar Ridge Preserve
- Flag Pole Hill Park
- Griggs Park
- Pacific Plaza
- Harwood Park
- Main Street Garden
- Leonhardt Lagoon at Fair Park
- Nasher Sculpture Center garden
Sources
- Dallas Arboretum — Hours and Admission — https://www.dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/hours-and-admission/
- Dallas Arboretum — Parking — https://www.dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/parking/
- Dallas Arboretum — Visitor FAQs (picnics) — https://www.dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/planning-your-visit/visitor-faqs/
- Dallas Arboretum — Garden etiquette — https://www.dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/planning-your-visit/garden-etiquette/
Entry status checked against the official site on Oct 20, 2026. Amenity, shade and parking details are a general guide. Prices and rules change; always confirm with the park before you go.