Parks and Recreation

Unleash your creative mind through writing

Cobbler. Umber. Haunt. Grumble. Raincoat. Could you write a thoughtful and descriptive story on the fly that incorporates these words? Read on...
Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center will close for maintenance Sept. 4-14

While the center is closed, we encourage you to work out at one of our other recreation centers. Read on...
Mowing and King Ranch Bluestem Weeds

Every year around this time, you may notice high grass on medians throughout the city. Read on...
Median Improvements Project Update: Trees, Irrigation & Hardscapes

Earlier this year (in mid-June, to be exact), Plano Parks and Recreation’s Urban Forestry Division began a project to replace median trees in three locations within the city. Read on...
Cottonwood Creek trail project to include preservation, rehabilitation efforts

Nature lovers, families, runners, cyclists, and anyone who enjoys exploring Plano’s trail system will be happy to know that a new trail connection along the Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt is underway. Read on...
Skate Park at Carpenter Park to Open Aug. 11

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Ask an Urban Forester: How can residents contribute to Plano’s tree canopy (for free)?

Here in Plano, Angela Kralik is our Urban Forester. She receives many inquiries from residents who, like her, understand the importance of trees and care about the well-being of these living creatures. Read on...
Let your energy flow with new classes at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center

Let your energy flow with new classes at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center Read on...
Got a question about trees? Ask An Urban Forester!

Ask our Urban Forester, Angie Kralik, any tree related questions. Read on...
Plano Parks and Recreation Marks “50 Years of Fun” With Yearlong Celebration in 2018

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Paddling approved at Big Lake Park

Looking for a fun nature escape right here in Plano? Grab your watercraft and head to Big Lake Park (3800 Rainier Road), where kayakers, canoers and paddle boarders can now take to the park’s namesake waterway. Read on...
Plano Senior Recreation Center Closed for Renovations

Attempts to keep the Plano Senior Recreation Center open during the expansion have met with unexpected challenges. Due to safety concerns, the facility closed March 1, 2018 and will remain closed until the project is complete. Read on...