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Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
4.7 ★★★★★ 162 Google reviews · Running trail in Frisco, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Linear wetlands park with a fishing pond, walking trails & wildlife observation platforms.
What runners say about Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
“You can even bike here and the trail has a clean path - did not notice any mud roads, so should be easy on baby strollers too.”
“Beautiful wildflower fields when you first enter the trail at the sign.”
“The well-maintained trails and natural surroundings offer a peaceful retreat for walks or bike rides.”
Finally found a public park that has Ducks, trails and easy parking in Frisco. Recently moved here and very frustrated with the lack of public parks. All these subdivisions have private parks and no shade tree parking! This little park has a covered small playground. Which is good for hot days.
The Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt was one of the reasons our family bought a house in the Shaddock Creek Estates. We really enjoy the walks through the greenbelt and its ponds. Since this greenbelt has a very natural look, it feels you are walking in forest instead of manicured city park.
Nice trail, in between the community, good for walking, cycling, running, fishing (follow the guidelines they mention) dog-walking. The water could use some cleaning though. Tiny flies near the pond are quite irritating. Overall pretty great!
Love living close to this wonderful trail! Beautiful wildflower fields when you first enter the trail at the sign. Very enjoyable walk when it's not very hot out. Lots of nature and wildlife. One side of the trail goes to a couple of nice ponds and under Legacy towards the shopping center on Eldorado.
Trail conditions & character
“Parking for guests is a little difficult as there is no parking spots specifically for the trail as far as I noticed but you can park on the sides of the road and come down here.”
“Nice trail, in between the community, good for walking, cycling, running, fishing (follow the guidelines they mention) dog-walking.”
“Beautiful wildflower fields when you first enter the trail at the sign.”
“The path was paved but unfortunately a ton of dog poop.”
“The well-maintained trails and natural surroundings offer a peaceful retreat for walks or bike rides.”
Plan your run at Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitefriscotexas.gov
- Phone(972) 292-6500
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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