The background
According to the city’s website, the city purchased the land, located at 1700 Country Club Drive, in 2014 and began removing the former golf course infrastructure, such as signage and the golf cart path, in 2020.
Phase 1, which adds just over 2 miles of trails to the city’s system of recreation trails, is set to begin in September and wrap up in March 2024. The project is set to cost $2.8 million, according to documents filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
In addition, Knox said the trail will connect the Cottonwood Creek trails to existing trails at Bob Woodruff Park, crossing several creeks and waterways along the way.
“I’m excited about this project,” Knox said. “It’s going to create a great natural experience for residents.”
The details
The trail is expected to include bridges, seating and trash bins throughout the pathway.
Knox said he is unsure what the next phase in the park’s design might be, but the master plan shows a number of potential amenities, such as a splash pad, basketball court and playground.
“As part of the bond process the city does every couple of years, we would look at what the community would be willing to help fund for the next phase,” Knox said. “Whether that is a playground or a disc golf course, the community has voiced some desires for some of these amenities.”
The new trail will put Plano at over 100 miles of trail, Knox said, and creates a loop of nearly 10 miles of continuous trails. In addition, the city received a grant from Collin County to help fund the project.
“That speaks to the aligned vision of the county to see the opportunity that the trail provides as well,” Knox said.
