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A great 2.25-mile loop along both sides of Spring Creek.


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2.2

Miles

3.5

KM

Loop

647' 197 m

High

625' 191 m

Low

38' 12 m

Up

39' 12 m

Down

1%

Avg Grade (0°)

2%

Max Grade (1°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly There are 3 bridges and 2 playgrounds on the loop.

Parts of the trail may be underwater fater heavy rains.

Overview

There are several places to access the loop, including at Copper Creek playground and Big Lake Park, or along Chatsworth, Brassington, or Parkview Lanes. A mostly shady trail with lots to look at.

Need to Know

Street parking is available in many locations along the trail.

Description

Big Lake Park is at the north end of the loop, and can be accessed from both east and west sides of the lake. The first bridge is here. Christie Elementary School is adjacent to the playground there on the east side of the park. There is a tunnel under Parker Road on both sides of Spring Creek.

Copper Creek playground and group shelter are just south of Parker on the west side, also a small field for sports. The second bridge is south of the playground, over a tributary creek. There is access to the creek near this bridge if the dogs need a drink. The loop follows Spring Creek on both sides, and the third bridge is at the south end of the loop. There is a lot of shade, especially on the west side.

There are several places to start the loop.

Flora & Fauna

You'll see wildflowers and native plants, but watch out for the poison ivy if you get off the paved trail. Ducks, fish and turtles in the creek, as well as fossils if you wade out in it. You might see a bobcat or coyote if you're lucky.

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Photos

View of the tributary creek at the Chatsworth bridge.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX
Dogs exploring in Spring Creek. There are only a couple of access spots on the west side trail.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX
Bridge across Spring Creek at Parkview Ln. with a good view of the creek.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX
Walking the dogs on the Chisholm Trail east side of Spring Creek.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX
The bridge on Chatsworth Ln. over a tributary creek.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX
Copper Creek playground. There is a nice group shelter beside the playground.
Jul 23, 2024 near Plano, TX

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