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Cottonwood Creek Preserve

Cottonwood Creek Preserve

Preserve Overview:

Cottonwood Creek is a 220-acre preserve located in Wilmer.  

City:
Wilmer

Size:
220 Acres

Entrance(s):
1200 Cottonwood Valley

Hours of Operation:
5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Preserve Features:

Cottonwood Creek Preserve features a pavilion with charcoal grills and a large greenspace perfect for picnicking. The installation of a disc golf course and a restroom at the preserve are in the works. 

  • Parking
  • Picnicking
  • Playground

Coming Soon:

  • Restroom
  • Disc golf course

Preserve History:

The property's previous owners grazed cattle, farmed, and grew pecan trees on the site. The preserve was acquired in 1989 with assistance from Trust for Public Land and is now the largest park in Wilmer.

Preserve Rules and Maintenance:

Cottonwood Creek Preserve is maintained by the City of Wilmer. To report any maintenance issues, please call the City of Wilmer at (972) 441-6373.

 
 

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