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!
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.
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. 6
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PARKING INFORMATION • There is a parking fee between May 1 and Labor Day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for Little Elm Park. Parking is free for the rest of the year, except for some events and holidays. www.littleelmparking.com.
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.
