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PARKS & TRAILS
Little Elm is home to award-winning parks and an intricate trail system that provides both residents and visitors a chance to stay active and connected! We maintain our parks and trails with pride and hope that everyone who visits Little Elm can see why we’re the Town With a Lake Attitude!
LITTLE ELM PARK
• Beach and Swim Area. The best beach in DFW! Our beach is covered in high-quality sand that is filtered and cleaned daily. • Boat Ramp. A daily pass ($10) or yearly pass ($25/resident; $75/non-resident) can be purchased at the kiosk at the ramp, the Parks Administration office, or The Rec at The Lakefront™. • Campground. Primitive camping site with no electricity or showers. Permits are sold at the kiosk inside the campground for $5/night or $15/four nights per tent. There is a four-night maximum in a 30-day period. *Camping rates and availability may vary on holidays and during special events.* • Johnny Broyles Nature Trail. The trail is at the north end of the park and is perfect for hiking and biking. • Playground. This playground is designed for ages 5-12 and has zip lines, swings, and much more. • Lakefront Grill. A concession building at the beach. Hours vary by season. • Pavilions & Amphitheater. These amenities are great for parties, events, and family reunions. • Softball Fields. Two softball fields for league play only. • Sand Volleyball. There are ten courts on the beach and two by the playground. Courts can be reserved at www.lakefrontrecreation.com.
BEACH INFORMATION AND RULES
• No lifeguard on duty; swim at own risk. • Swim in designated areas only. • Courtesy life jackets are available at the beach. • No smoking, e-cigarettes, or vape pens. • No grills on the beach. • No pets on the beach or beach sidewalk. All pets in the park must be on a leash. • No glass containers. • No amplified sound. • No camping tents on the beach. • No overnight camping on the beach. • No fishing from the beach and surrounding areas. • No loitering on the sidewalk or in parking lots.
PARKING INFORMATION
• There is a parking fee between May 1 and Labor Day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for Little Elm Park. More information at www.littleelmparking.com. Parking is free for the rest of the year.
GENERAL PARK INFORMATION & RULES
• Parks are always open unless otherwise posted. • Parks are free for everyone. • Outside grills and cooking equipment are not allowed in the park. Permanent grills are available in designated areas at Little Elm Park.
UNION PARK
• Union Park is Little Elm’s fourth major community park and its first on the University Drive (U.S. 380) corridor. Located north of U.S. 380 off Union Park Blvd., the 35-acre wooded park sits atop a hill with an open-air pavilion overlooking the park. Amenities include a dog park, trails, sand volleyball, pickleball, and ninja fitness stations.
BEARD PARK
• Playground. This award-winning playground is a great place for kids to play and is ideal for those under 7. • Historic Village. The iconic log cabin and post office brings history to the park! • Pavilion. This is a great spot for parties with four tables; it must be reserved for parties.
COTTONWOOD PARK
• Shoreline. A quiet place by the lake. Fishing is allowed with a license. There are picnic tables at the shoreline. • Marina. This awardwinning marina is operated by a third-party company.
• Sports Complex.
One softball and three baseball fields are for league play. A playground for all ages is in the middle.
MCCORD PARK
• Playground. This playground has the coolest climbing structure! It’s ideal for ages 3-12. • Disc Golf. There is an 18-hole course around the park. This is a free course, and discs are not supplied. • Pond. Fishing is allowed at the pond with a license. The pond is stocked once a year before the Kid Fish Tournament in September. • South Playground. This new, state-of-the-art playground is a one-of-a-kind feature. • Trail. At roughly one mile long, this concrete trail is great for walkers and bikers. • Splash Pad. Splash away in this awesome amenity! The pavilion has two tables and must be reserved. • Wood Family Dog Park. The perfect place for your pup! Featuring a separate area for small dogs and an area for large dogs.
TRAILS
• Cottonwood Natural Trail. This wood-chipped trail is 1.5 miles and ideal for walkers and hikers. • Lakefront Trail. The Lakefront Trail is approximately four miles of crushed granite and connects from Hula Hut/Hydrous to McCord Park. • Harts Branch Trail. This mile-long concrete-paved trail connects several neighborhoods to the Lakefront District and other amenities. • McCord Park Trail. Take a mile-long walk through McCord Park and enjoy a disc golf course, pond, Splash Pad, and trail.
