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The Southern Cross

Name: The Southern Cross
Address: 1800 Dowdy Ferry Road, Dallas, TX, 75217, US
Telephone: +12143983400
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

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Texas's Premier Party & Events Center The Southern Cross is a "Dude Ranch" located in the DFW Metroplex set on 40 acres of Texas' beautiful natural landscape.
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Fill the 16,500 sq ft ballroom with family, friends, and co-workers, and enjoy the delicious home-style cooking of our fully operational on-site kitchen. Outdoor activities include rock climbing, pedal boats, the petting zoo, sand volleyball, swimming, zip lining, and much more! Find something for everyone when you bring your celebrations, meetings, and events to The Southern Cross.

06/27/2023

WHAT A WEEKEND! One company picnic, a fundraising banquet, and one class reunion last weekend. It was a blast, and the animals were posing at the petting zoo. Now, it’s family reunion season! ♥️

05/22/2023

Company picnic for Bar Constructors on Saturday, and then the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas picnic on Sunday. There’s nothing like the smell of BBQ and sound of laughter in the air. Another wonderful weekend at The Southern Cross! ♥️

05/08/2023

Wow! What a weekend! We hosted 3 company picnics from Saturday-Sunday and served over 800 guests. Thank you to everyone who was a part of it, and we hope to see you again next year!

04/30/2023

We had a WONDERFUL evening with the lovely W.W. Samuell High School for their prom!! These were some of the best students we’ve ever had. ♥️♥️ Congratulations,

11/05/2022

It was another GREAT day here! Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages came out and enjoyed this amazing weather with family and friends. Thank you to all who joined, and we’ll see ya next time!

10/16/2022

We had perfect weather for our two company picnics yesterday, and an even more perfect time! Fall 🍁🍂 is here, and we are HERE FOR IT!

08/21/2022

Texans over here just trying to beat the heat…

03/27/2022

We sure do clean up nice, don’t we?

10/11/2021

When your favorite song comes on… 🎤

10/08/2021

Here is Cocoa, our fallow deer. She was so tiny when she joined us in 2015, and on the right is a photo of her today. Her favorite things are apples and hanging with her best pig friend, Marcus.

Just a little joy for your Friday!

08/31/2021

We had an amazing time with IUEC Local #21 on Saturday!!

08/16/2021

So what does a picnic during a pandemic look like? About like always-same laughter, same fun, just with a little more caution and care. and plan your with us today!!

08/03/2021

We had a wonderful time hosting for their meeting and conference in July. Consider us for your next conference. We have space for up to 800 guests, Wi-Fi, and great food. Plus, we have tons of activities to enjoy during your break. A hotel can’t come close.

07/08/2021

Jumpin’ towards the weekend like…

07/07/2021

All worn out after a long afternoon of training. We can’t wait to showcase our petting zoo at upcoming fall events and picnics! 🐷♥️

06/10/2021

Today was a good day.

06/08/2021

What happens when it pours down rain during your picnic? You bring the fun indoors!!

05/28/2021

As we were busy prepping the grounds for our first event of the season, I was struck by this stump. This stump that was cut way down, likely because it had been damaged in a storm. I looked at this tree that suddenly had this big, beautiful sprout, full of leaves and was reminded-nature always finds a way. After this tough year of uncertainty, not knowing whether or not we would make it through to the other side of this pandemic, like this stump, we have found a way. Here’s to the beginning of a wonderful year of health, happiness, and of course, hope!

-Katy Girres, Event Manager

05/11/2021

Wow, what a year. We sure have missed seeing all the smiling faces, the smell of barbecue, and the laughter that once filled our facility in Dallas. Well, good news! As our state begins to open up, and as Covid numbers continue to decline, we are working to begin producing events at our ranch again.

We have new Covid protocols in place to keep our staff and our guests as healthy and protected as possible. If you're as ready as we are, give us a call or send us a message, and let us know how we can work with you today!

04/28/2021

We will be hosting Open Interviews for The Southern Cross and Trinity Forest Adventure Park, at 3PM on May 7th. Employment Applications are available at trinitytreetops.com.

Positions include:
•Food Service
•Recreation Attendants
•Grounds Maintenance
•Adventure Park Staff
•Registration Staff

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Address

1800 Dowdy Ferry Road
Dallas, TX
75217

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+12143983400

Website

https://trinitytreetops.com/southern-cross-dallas/

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It snowed briefly in Trinity Forest Adventure Park last Saturday... but no snow in the forecast this weekend! After the rain moves through today, we should have beautiful weather on Saturday and Sunday. Make the most of your 3 day weekend with an adventure: https://trinitytreetops.com/book/

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Hey There Adventure Fans! Do you like outdoor fun? Do you like hanging out with your friends and family? Are you down for one of the top rated outdoor experiences in the Metroplex? Look no further! This weekend the fun is Twice As Nice, because both Trinity Forest Adventure Park and The Southern Cross are open for One Admission. This weekend only! Pick your day, either Saturday the 24th or Sunday the 25th. 2 Venues - 2 Days - 1 Admission Get Outside Dallas! http://s.ripl.com/k2rczq via ripl.com

Hey There SC Fans! You probably know Southern Cross offers some of the best food and family fun in Dallas. Join us next weekend as we open not only the event center to the public, but our Trinity Forest Adventure Park. June 24 and 25 your park admission gives you access to The Southern Cross Event Center and Trinity Forest. Paddle boats, swimming, rock climbing, a 2 story zip line, petting zoo, and much, much more. All included in your pass to the most zip lines in Dallas! Check your calendars and check back here for more info! http://s.ripl.com/kfp44p #twice via ripl.com

We still have a few spots available for this summer. Applications are available at www.trinitytreetops.com. http://s.ripl.com/b4xbuh #veranomtv2016 via ripl.com

Did you know that The Southern Cross features one of the top outdoor attractions in Dallas? ...And we are hiring! Join Our Team!

Hope you'll hang out with us soon at Trinity Forest Adventure Park! Stay tuned for official opening date! #trinitytreetops #tfap

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The Southern Cross is a "Dude Ranch" and Texas-sized private events center located in the DFW Metroplex set on 40 acres of beautiful natural landscape. Fill the 16,500 sq ft ballroom with family, friends, and co-workers, and enjoy the delicious home-style cooking of our fully operational on-site kitchen. Outdoor activities include rock climbing, pedal boats, the petting zoo, sand volleyball, swimming, zip lining, and much more! Find something for everyone when you bring your celebrations, meetings, and events to The Southern Cross.