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Plano, Texas
Arbor Hills Nature Preserve Picnic Guide
Free entry Solo Date Family Group
200 acres of rolling hills, creek bottoms and blackland prairie with paved and natural trails, an observation tower and first-come picnic shelters.
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At a Glance
| Entry | Free Verified Free entry and parking. |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, 5 a.m.–11 p.m. (Wednesdays open at 2 p.m.) — to verify To verify |
| Picnic Rules | Grills and picnic tables, one reservable pavilion (8 a.m.–2 p.m. or 3–9 p.m. slots) and first-come pavilions. Plano park rules: no alcohol, fires only in designated grills, amplified sound by permit only. Verified |
| Pets | Leashed dogs welcome Verified Plano park rule: leash no longer than 6 ft; clean up after your dog. |
| Best For | Solo, Date, Family, Group |
| Shade | Some shade |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Playground | Yes |
| Pavilions | Yes |
| Water Views | No |
| Parking | Free lot off Parker Road. |
Local tip: The observation tower is a lovely golden-hour lookout.
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Sources
- Visit Plano — Arbor Hills Nature Preserve — https://www.visitplano.com/attractions/arbor-hills-nature-preserve/
- City of Plano — Arbor Hills amenities map (PDF) — https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/92c1f021-159f-4dc5-952c-9b8956da7183
- City of Plano — Pavilion reservations (PDF) — https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/tx-plano/5a317b64-7351-47db-a4ad-72534283ec22
- City of Plano — park rules (alcohol, fires, amplified sound; 6-ft leash) — https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/dfef25f3-2544-433d-8b14-0e4a198fd579?q=5ea580eb-c664-e399-cb20-2f344a678c82&version=0
Entry status checked against the official site on Oct 20, 2026. Amenity, shade and parking details are a general guide. Prices and rules change; always confirm with the park before you go.