I'll note up front that this review is for the Stewart Creek Shoreline Trail. The parking for the…read moretrailhead is just before the pay-gate to enter the rest of Stewart Creek Park. We did not venture further in, so I cannot comment on the facilities there. The shoreline trail runs back between the subdivisions and the lake, away from the park. I think you could just walk across the road and access a connecting trail that leads into the park; however, you might have to pay an admission fee even a a pedestrian. I do not know. We just followed the shoreline for a mile or so. The scenery is sometimes pretty along the lake and some of the homes / back yards can be interesting as well. We passed several individuals and groups during our walk. The trail is not secluded (often passing groups of homes) and seemed quite safe. If you are in the area and want to take a walk away from the traffic, this is a good budget choice.

I cannot believe that I have forgotten to review this park. I have been coming to this park for…read moreover 30 years to spend the day fishing and signing for bait. The bost ramp is nice and located near the entrance. The restrooms are easy to access. The picnic tables and grills are conveniently located together and close to the water. I find time to walk around the park and enjoy photography of the wildlife while taking a break from fishing. The park is on the no wake zone of Lewisville lake marina. Enjoy!

Why did I never know about this place before! It's a…read morebeautiful park with baby/toddler play area and there is also an older kids playing area! Moreover there is a splash pad which is now open!! There are also walking trails and picnic spots with tables and benches for families to enjoy!

Wow!!! What a stunning park. I don't have small kiddos, I'm an empty nester of a 24 year old so my…read moreviews on parks will never have a thing to do with splash pads, water features (unless I'm running through them on my jogs) or playgrounds because that stage of my life is long done with. I discovered this park after joining Plano Pacers last night and seeing that this is our monthly location for 5k races. I walked over to check out the course prior to Saturdays race. I loved everything about it! It's truly beautiful in every sense of the word. What I can say, is on a very hot TX day the park itself (not Legacy trail) didn't seem to have a ton of tree coverage. You'll definitely want a wide brim hat and some sunscreen. The paths, wild flowers, lake, creek, trees, birds, bunnies and so on were all very lovely. I've been running a ton of routes since relocating to the neighborhood and I'm always thankful to find new paths to incorporate in, seeing as though I'm a distance runner and have been trying to put together some ideas for various different mileage options from my doorstep. I was very accustomed to an out and back in my previous city that I could easily get over 20 miles on and have been looking to somehow recreate a similar very straight forward route like that. I will most definitely be looping Windhaven Meadows Park and Legacy Trail into my runs. Highly recommend if you're looking for a gorgeous peaceful place to walk and relax. I can't wait to bring friends and family here!

If you find yourself in the Plano/Carrollton area and need a break from the concrete jungle, Arbor…read moreHills Nature Preserve is an absolute must. My husband and I came here for a weekend trek, and it's easily one of the best outdoor spots in North Texas. What I love most is the versatility. Whether you're looking for a smooth, paved stroll or want to get your boots a little dusty on the dirt hiking trails, they've got you covered. It's a great mix of elevation and flat stretches. It's a great spot for everyone. Pets are welcome (on leashes!), and there is a fantastic playground near the parking lot--perfect for kiddos who still have energy to burn after a hike. You'll see a beautiful variety of plants and likely some local wildlife. Just a heads-up: they do have warning signs posted for snakes and poison ivy, so definitely keep an eye on your surroundings while you explore. The parking lot is huge, but this place is popular! We arrived around 1:00 PM and it was nearly at capacity. We were lucky to snag a stall, but I'd definitely recommend arriving earlier in the morning if you want to avoid the parking hunt.

Arbor Hills is a place near and dear to my heart. This is one of the best places to get away from…read morethe crowded areas and just enjoy nature. The entrance area is always crowded so people don't get to see how amazing this place is. It's incredible because once you go off trail, you can see for miles to around and the sunset views are phenomenal. There are plenty of shortcuts around this area if you just want to do a quick loop to the observation tower and back to the main entrance. I took my old dog out here years ago and went off trail to isolated areas. I hope other dog owners get to see how happy she is and how much joy dogs get from being in this place. It's fairly common to see people taking family photos here but again, I truly recommend walking in off trail areas for 10 minutes to get spectacular photos.

This park has been on my list for awhile and stopped by today while we were in the area. There's…read moreplenty for kids to climb on and some slides as well as nets and other unique things you don't get at a traditional park. The whole thing is fenced except the entrance but that's where most parents sat while their kids played. The bathrooms are large and clean. There's two restrooms both are family bathrooms. The only downside of the park is that the slides are fast and tossed my 22 month old around and the ropes on the netting is spaced fairly wide so his little feet slipped through but there is an additional net outside the so things can't fall through and those helped him get along. We will come back for sure!

Finally got a chance to visit Kaleidoscope park and was not let down. It's beautiful and at night…read morewas so calming to explore. Very artistic. Definitely want to go back in the daytime

The Shoreline Trail is a true blessing of tranquility and natural beauty in the midst of urban life…read morein the Metroplex. Enjoy!

Very nice trail in the Colony. My friend and I walked it the last day we were busting her. I…read moreenjoyed the beautiful houses along the shoreline.

This place is soooo cool !!…read more We did have trouble just trying to find the place, our stupid GPS took us to some sewer pace. SMH BUT when we finally did get there the lady that works the entrance booth (Betty ?) was soooo sweet !! I'm just barely getting back into walking and wanted a nice easy "hike" and we found just that! We also found the houses that are all located in one section. Was fun to explore that.

Beautiful hidden gem. Lots of hiking trails that are mostly level. Plenty of trees and shade. We…read moresaw some big fish in the river! Great place to feel like you are outside of the city. Just stay on the trails or watch out for poison ivy

Lovely spot to wander for an hour or two. Plenty of opportunities for a picnic. I love that the art…read moreis all Texas artists.

Open to the public year 'round! What a lovely garden/park in the heart of Frisco. Apparently this…read morehas been around for over 2 decades. Who knew? This is a great area for running, hiking and/or biking also. The garden connects to nearby trails and parks as well. Or just come by to admire/take some pics and download an app to hear audio on the history behind each sculpture! The fountains are beautiful as well and there was lots of greenery, flowers, beautiful landscape. Tons of coffee shops/beverage spots nearby to grab a sip or bite to eat too before moseying around. Since I came here for a workout did not venture inside but plan on checking out the indoor sculptures as well! Come enjoy some culture and expand your mind. You will be so glad that you did.

The playground is slightly on the older side but still held up well and the landscape of the area…read moresurrounding it was great to keep an eye on the kids in one glance. There was a small pavilion with a picnic table and plenty of benches to sit on. They also had a sand box with a manual excavator that slightly older (5+) kids could play with and the variety of slides, climbing bars, and swings were nice for all different ages. The grass around the playground was well kept so the kids ran around playing tag and hide-and-seek with no problem. Lots of parking and a community pool is attached to this playground. It does say something about HOA so I'm not sure what they require for you to enjoy this amenity but it looked pretty nice, too.

I spent the afternoon here with my family. Great little playground! The playground was fun for ages…read more3-6 but also safe enough for my 18 month old to play. It's shaded from the sun and set in a nice little green area. There's a scooper excavator where you can dig in the sand. Next to the playground is a small pavilion with two picnic tables, and there is easy parking. I can't speak for the pool, it's an HOA pool which I'm not part of. I definitely hope I can come back to this park.