Overview

Gray Branch was once part of a local farm and while much of its prairie nature still exists thanks to that history, we’ve got some work to do to restore other areas. As part of this initiative, we are planting native wildflowers and grasses. Not only will they add color, but these native plants will also attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Enjoy watching the progress while hiking and biking along our trails. You’ll wind through both wooded areas and open prairie along the paths.

We’ve also planted colorful crape myrtles, a Texas Agrilife endorsed adapted plant, to enhance the park’s natural beauty.

Special Features

• Hike and Bike Trails – Natural Surface (downloadable map)
• Gray Branch Parkland Trail
• Connector to Auburn Hills Trail
• Wildflowers – Stop and smell the flowers, but please avoid stepping on or lying on them.
• Special thanks to the McKinney Parks Foundation, scout troops, and volunteers who all worked to create our trails. Please visit McKinney Parks Foundation online to find donation and volunteer opportunities.

Parking

• Limited gravel parking
• Please avoid parking on grassy areas & fields
  – Improvements are currently underway.