White Rock Lake Park is currently experiencing a notable uptick in vehicle break-ins, with the Dallas Police Department reporting at least 10 official car burglaries over the past month. High-Risk Spots & Patterns Primary Hotspots: Local data compiled from police reports indicates that the majority of these recent smash-and-grabs are concentrated near the White Rock Lake Dog Park and the Bath House Cultural Center. Peak Times: While break-ins can happen anytime, a significant cluster of these incidents skews toward weekdays
North Texas Giving Day is September 17th, 2026. You can start donating to For the Love of the Lake on August 27th, and continue through September 17th, 2026. Help support our mission to clean up and improve the lake. Donate HERE!
Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) has scheduled construction work in collaboration with the Parks and Recreation and Transportation and Public Works departments for the grouting of approximately 2,800 feet of an abandoned 36-inch diameter wastewater main adjacent to Garland Road and White Rock Trail between E. Lawther Drive and San Rafael Drive. As you are aware, a sinkhole next to the trail was observed over the abandoned line earlier this year and was immediately backfilled. Although the area continues to be
For the Love of the Lake, in partnership with the White Rock Lake Conservancy, recently funded an extension of the goat grazing project at White Rock Lake Park—bringing a unique and eco-friendly solution to a persistent environmental challenge. Approximately 300 goats were deployed from the Bath House to Boy Scout Hill for over 10 days, targeting invasive privet. This aggressive plant threatens the health of the ecosystem by increasing erosion, blocking visibility, and raising wildfire risks. Left unmanaged, privet can quickly
Nestled on the shoreline on the East side of White Rock Lake is the Corinthian Sailing Club. Founded in 1939, the sailing club has provided sailing lessons and hosted sailing races for decades. On many Saturday mornings, visitors at White Rock Lake Park are treated to the sight of colorful sails gliding across the water. The sailors likely include members of the Corinthian Sailing Club (CSC). The Corinthian Sailing Club is not just about sailing; it
FTLOTL has published a new, redesigned website. We have modernized the site and made it easier to navigate. We have also made it faster and added lots of information about White Rock Lake.
Liz serves as the Vice President of the Board of Directors for the For the Love of the Lake foundation. Liz is originally from Tampa, Florida, and graduated from Southern Methodist University with a degree in Business Administration. Since graduation, Liz has been a Dallas local and resides near White Rock Lake. Prior to joining the For the Love of the Lake board in 2021, she was already an avid volunteer with the Second Saturday Cleanup program. Liz currently helps facilitate
A celebration for friends, family, and community in honor of 25 years and over 300 Second Saturday clean-ups at White Rock Lake hosted by For the Love of the Lake foundation. After a one-year delay during the Pandemic, on our 26th year, For the Love of the Lake foundation got the opportunity to celebrate our 25 years of love and service to White Rock Lake. Hosted on November 13th at the Bath House Cultural Center, For the Love of the Lake foundation
Get your hands dirty while networking with environmental organizations! Email info@whiterocklake.org to find out more! Meet up is at the Bath House Cultural Center at White Rock Lake Park (521 E. Lawther).
We can’t say it often enough! We love our AWESOME volunteers! Look at the trash collected on March 9 by seventh graders at the JL Long National Junior Honor Society clean up day! Thank you Emma Petteway for sharing your pics! That’s some serious trash!








