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Dallas, TX
East Dallas Best part of town to live -
1/25/2012Because of White Rock Lake, most East Dallas has cooler temperatures than other parts of the city. White Rock Lake is nestled in a gently rolling valley. The confluence of local creeks give the area ample water that allows for lush (by Texas standards) vegetation. The trees the valley and the lake all combine to create a microclimate that gives East Dallas a temperature difference, A few degrees cooler in the summer can make a big difference, especially during the record scorchers experienced in the past few years.
The area around the lake is also a great place for outdoor activities. Cycling and jogging trails abound. Wildlife is rich. Many birds use the lake as a resting place during migrations. January to March, be amazed when large numbers of Pelicans visit. The area also boasts a colony of Monk Parakeets. Many more localized species abound in East Dallas too. It's also not surprising to see bobcats, raccoons or coyotes in the neighborhood.
The rolling hills and trees make East Dallas neighborhoods wonderful places to live in and explore. The hills of East Dallas make it a great place to cross train for runners, triathale]etes or backpackers. White Rock Creek has recently become a haven for kayakers. East Dallas is a great place to live in if you are looking for an active lifestyle with a climate atypical of the rest of the city.