From playground favorites to nature preserves and big open-air parks, Collin County has so many places for kids to play and families to explore.
Whether you’re wrangling toddlers, entertaining big kids, or looking for inclusive play spaces, here are 20 Collin County parks and playgrounds worth adding to your rotation.
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Favorite Destination Parks
1. Arbor Hills Nature Preserve :: Plano :: This 200-acre nature preserve blends outdoor exploration with family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds, picnic areas, and both paved and natural-surface trails. Accessibility :: Paved trail options and accessible restrooms at main areas; unpaved trails vary. Best for :: Ages 4 – teen (playground best for 3 – 8).
2. Celebration Park :: Allen :: A well-loved community destination featuring multiple playgrounds, picnic areas, splash pad seating, and expansive open fields for unstructured play and family gatherings. Accessibility :: Paved paths, accessible playground surfacing, nearby restrooms. Best for :: Ages 2 – 12.
3. Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve :: Plano :: One of the largest parks in the area, offering miles of trails, open meadows, lake views, and space for biking, walking, and nature-based play. Accessibility :: Extensive paved trail network; accessible parking and restrooms. Best for :: Ages 5 – teen.
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City Park Playgrounds
4. Bob Woodruff Park :: Plano :: A scenic park combining playground space with green areas and walking paths, great for longer family visits. Accessibility :: Paved paths and accessible facilities. Best for :: Ages 4 – 12.
5. Bonnie Wenk Park :: McKinney :: A standout all-abilities park with inclusive playground equipment, a fishing pond, trails, and large open spaces designed for multi-age family use. Accessibility :: All-abilities playground, paved paths, and accessible restrooms. Best for :: Ages 2 – 12.
6. Buckhorn Park :: Plano :: A shaded playground with varied equipment and nearby open space, ideal for neighborhood outings. Accessibility :: Accessible surfacing and paved access. Best for :: Ages 3 – 10.
7. Erwin Park :: McKinney :: Known for its natural feel, this park features picnic pavilions, paved trails, and wide open areas perfect for relaxed outdoor time. Accessibility :: Paved trails and accessible parking; terrain varies off-trail. Best for :: Ages 4 – teen.
8. Jack Carter All-Abilities Playground :: Plano :: Purposefully designed as an inclusive play space, this playground supports children of all abilities with adaptive equipment and thoughtful layout. Accessibility :: Fully inclusive, ADA-compliant design. Best for :: Ages 2 – 12.
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9. Preston Meadow Park :: Plano :: A large playground destination with restrooms, pavilions, and connecting neighborhood trails. Accessibility :: Paved access, accessible restrooms. Best for :: Ages 3 – 12.
10. Windhaven Meadows Park :: Plano :: A large neighborhood park offering a playground, splash area, walking paths, and shaded picnic space. Accessibility :: Paved walkways and accessible play entry points. Best for :: Ages 2 – 10.
Big Green Spaces & Picnic Parks
11. Bethany Lakes Park :: Allen :: A peaceful park with trails circling a scenic pond, playground areas, and shaded picnic spots. Accessibility :: Paved loop trails and accessible parking. Best for :: Ages 3 – 10.
12. Harold Bacchus Park :: Frisco :: A community favorite offering multiple play areas surrounded by green space. Accessibility :: Paved access and accessible playground surfacing. Best for :: Ages 3 – 10.
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13. Spirit Park :: Allen :: A classic community park known for its treehouse-style play structures and wide-open lawns. Accessibility :: Partial ADA access; playground terrain varies. Best for :: Ages 4 – 12.
14. Twin Creeks Park :: Allen :: An active park with playgrounds, zip-lines, and large open fields for movement-based play. Accessibility :: Paved paths to main areas; some play features require climbing. Best for :: Ages 5 – 12.
15. Watters Crossing Park :: Allen :: Features covered seating, playground equipment, and walking paths suitable for casual outings. Accessibility :: Paved paths and accessible seating areas. Best for :: Ages 2 – 8.
County Parks & Nature Areas
16. Bratonia Park :: Princeton :: A unique open-space park east of Lucas offering picnic areas and access to undeveloped outdoor landscapes. Accessibility :: Limited paved access. Best for :: Ages 5 – teen.
17. Myers Park and Event Center :: McKinney :: An expansive county park with picnic areas, historic features, and wide open grounds for exploration. Accessibility :: Accessible parking and main facilities; terrain varies. Best for :: Ages 5 – teen.
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18. Parkhill Prairie :: McKinney :: A prairie preserve with covered pavilions, seasonal wildflowers, and space to roam and observe nature. Accessibility :: Limited paved access; best for assisted walkers. Best for :: Ages 6 – teen.
19. Sister Grove Park :: Princeton :: A North Collin County destination known for hiking and mountain biking trails through natural terrain. Accessibility :: Minimal; natural-surface trails. Best for :: Ages 8 – teen.
20. Trinity Trails :: Wylie :: Equestrian and walking trails with multiple trailheads around Lake Lavon, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Accessibility :: Select trailheads accessible; terrain varies. Best for :: Ages 6 – teen.
