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 Recreation Center. •Campground. Primitive camping site with no electrical or showers. Permits are sold at the kiosk inside the camp ground for $5/night or $15/four nights per tent. There is a four-night maximum in a 30-day period. *Camping rates and availibility 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. All pets in the park must be on a leash. •No glass containers. •No obscene music or amplified sound. •No camping tents on the beach. •No overnight camping on the beach. •No fishing from the beach and surrounding areas.

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.littleelm.org. 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 over-looking 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; must be reserved.

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.

The three baseball and one softball 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-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 an 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.

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