Northaven Trail
Freda Stern Access Point
(East North Dallas Walking & Biking Trail)
A Convenient North Dallas Trail Access Point for Walking, Biking, and Nature
The Freda Stern Drive access point of the Northaven Trail offers a convenient place to join one of North Dallas’s most popular walking and biking trails. Located near Freda Stern Drive accessed off of Royal Lane, this access point connects nearby neighborhoods to the nine-mile paved Northaven Trail corridor, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activity close to home. It has a convenient parking lot with a drinking found and a lovely shaded sitting area.
This section of the trail supports everyday use, from short neighborhood walks to longer runs and bike rides along the continuous trail.
About This Section of the Northaven Trail
This access point is located near Freda Stern Drive in East North Dallas, providing a clear and recognizable entry to the Northaven Trail. From here, trail users can head east or west along the corridor and connect to other neighborhood access points across the full length of the trail.
For residents searching for a trail near me, the Freda Stern Drive access point offers easy access to a paved, shared-use trail without the need to drive to a large park.
Map of Northaven Trail’s Freda Stern Area
Neighborhoods Served by This Access Point
The Freda Stern access point serves several nearby North Dallas neighborhoods, including:
North Dallas Neighborhood
Hillcrest Forest
Lake Forest Community
These neighborhoods are within walking or biking distance of the trail, making this access point especially useful for residents searching for a trail near me that doesn’t require driving to a park or trailhead.
Unique Features In This Area
St. Michaels Respite
This lovely rest area along the trail provides a beautiful spot to get some water for both humans and their pets. Has one of our six information kiosks where you can learn more about what is going on along the trail, and a lovely managed garden maintained by our wonderful volunteers.
Freda Stern Managed Garden
This garden is at one of the main mile marks along the trail. It is maintained regularly by our group of volunteers. Please consider signup to join them.
Street Entrances to the Trail Near Here
What You’ll Find on the Trail Here
Trail users at this location enjoy:
A wide, paved multi-use trail suitable for walking, running, biking, and strollers
Flat terrain, ideal for casual users and families
Urban green space with trees, native plants, and seasonal wildflowers
Connections to other segments of the nine-mile Northaven Trail corridor
This section is part of a larger effort to improve outdoor access and native habitat along the trail, supporting pollinators and creating a more resilient urban landscape.
Part of the Nine-Mile Northaven Trail
The Webb Chapel access point is one of many entry locations along the Northaven Trail, which stretches approximately nine miles across North Dallas. Each access point connects local neighborhoods to the same continuous trail, allowing users to join the trail close to home and travel as far as they like.
If you’re looking for:
Trails near me in North Dallas
A safe, paved trail for walking or biking
An everyday outdoor space that connects neighborhoods
…the Northaven Trail offers multiple convenient access points like this one.
Plan Your Visit
This section of the trail is open daily and free to use. Access is available from nearby streets, and users are encouraged to enter the trail at the location most convenient to their neighborhood.
For a full overview of the trail, additional access points, and current projects along the corridor, visit the main Northaven Trail page or our map the trail.