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Arbor Hills Nature Preserve · Urban Hiking & Nature in Plano
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About Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is one of the DFW Metroplex's most beloved urban nature escapes: a 200-acre city-owned preserve in Plano with a remarkable diversity of ecosystems packed into a surprisingly wild landscape. Post oak uplands, bottomland hardwoods, and open meadows are threaded by 3+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, all remarkably dog-friendly. Climb the preserve's Pavilion Hill and the North Texas landscape opens up in every direction: it is one of the best sunset-watching spots in the region. At 35 miles from Waggin' Tail Ranch, it is the ideal morning hike destination before an afternoon in the city.
Highlights
- 3+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through diverse North Texas ecosystems
- Off-leash dog area: bring your dogs from Waggin' Tail's dog park to a larger trail experience
- Pavilion Hill overlook with panoramic North Texas views, excellent at sunrise or sunset
- Post oak upland habitat, increasingly rare in the DFW area, beautifully preserved here
- Free admission, one of the best free outdoor experiences in the DFW suburbs
- Well-maintained paved and unpaved trails suitable for all fitness levels
- Outstanding spring wildflower display in the meadow areas
Stay at Waggin' Tail Ranch
Why Make Waggin' Tail Ranch Your Basecamp?
- Off-leash dog hiking at Arbor Hills + fenced yards and dog park at Waggin' Tail = the ideal dog-owner trip to North Texas
- 48-minute drive makes this a comfortable morning activity before an afternoon in Plano or Frisco
- Free admission makes this easy to repeat throughout a multi-day stay
- Stay monthly and Arbor Hills joins your regular trail rotation alongside Lake Ray Roberts
Getting There from Your Site
From Arbor Hills: Take Dallas North Tollway or US-75 North to US-380, then west to FM 2931 North. About 32 miles, 48 minutes without tolls.
Visitor Info
Stay at Waggin' Tail Ranch
You'll be 32 miles from Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, with a fully fenced yard, dog amenities, and full hookups waiting back at your site.
Call for Availability Request Dates OnlineMake a day of it
Grab a bite or restock on the way back. Restaurants, groceries, and everyday stops sit within about 15 minutes of the resort.
Eat & errands near the resortReserve your site
Ready for Your Best Stay Yet?
Your own fenced yard at most sites, string lights at dusk, and a tail wagging at the gate when you pull in. Nightly rates from $60. Monthly rates from $495 + electricity, with a non-refundable $150 deposit for monthly stays.
Waggin' Tail Ranch RV Resort is located at 10801 FM 2931 in Pilot Point, TX 76258, approximately 52 miles north of Dallas and 18 miles from Denton. The resort is 7.6 miles from Lake Ray Roberts State Park and half a mile from Texas Tulips. Individual fenced yards, dog agility course, dog swimming pond, pool, EV charging, and community amenities on site. Nightly rates from $60; monthly rates from $495 + electricity.