Pecan Creek Trail Master Plan

City Council adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Trails System Master Plan on March 1, 2022. The plan identifies a future trail along the Pecan Creek Corridor. The trail length is estimated to be between eight to ten miles. The trail's starting point is from the DCTA Trail/Fred Moore Park, with the endpoint being at Lewisville Lake. The path is proposed to go through both private and City land. Staff is working diligently to identify the areas needed within the private land and engage with the landowners in the pursuit of land dedication or attaining public access easements.

Parks and Recreation will collaborate with the Bike/Ped/ADA Coordinator and Environmental Services and Sustainability staff throughout the creation of this plan. The proposed project will consist of public engagement, needs assessment, conceptual designs, construction documents, the probable cost for the development, and the ability to provide grant writing services. This information will become part of the master plan for constructing the linear trail. The trail includes items such as but is not limited to concrete trails, bridges, boardwalks, landscaping, and typical amenities.

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Share I recently bought a longtail ebike that has completely replaced the need for a second car. I take our children to and from school, parks, and the grocery store - I average about ten miles a day. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. I have wanted to explore more destination areas. We love going to the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center but here, and many other places, are not safe enough for bike use. This trail would be a great resource for families who bike or are considering biking more. I do hope we can follow a dutch-style trail with mostly flat paving and shadier plants along the borders of the trail. Texas Summers are brutal and lake-goers love to visit in the summer. on Facebook Share I recently bought a longtail ebike that has completely replaced the need for a second car. I take our children to and from school, parks, and the grocery store - I average about ten miles a day. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. I have wanted to explore more destination areas. We love going to the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center but here, and many other places, are not safe enough for bike use. This trail would be a great resource for families who bike or are considering biking more. I do hope we can follow a dutch-style trail with mostly flat paving and shadier plants along the borders of the trail. Texas Summers are brutal and lake-goers love to visit in the summer. on Twitter Share I recently bought a longtail ebike that has completely replaced the need for a second car. I take our children to and from school, parks, and the grocery store - I average about ten miles a day. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. I have wanted to explore more destination areas. We love going to the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center but here, and many other places, are not safe enough for bike use. This trail would be a great resource for families who bike or are considering biking more. I do hope we can follow a dutch-style trail with mostly flat paving and shadier plants along the borders of the trail. Texas Summers are brutal and lake-goers love to visit in the summer. on Linkedin Email I recently bought a longtail ebike that has completely replaced the need for a second car. I take our children to and from school, parks, and the grocery store - I average about ten miles a day. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. I have wanted to explore more destination areas. We love going to the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center but here, and many other places, are not safe enough for bike use. This trail would be a great resource for families who bike or are considering biking more. I do hope we can follow a dutch-style trail with mostly flat paving and shadier plants along the borders of the trail. Texas Summers are brutal and lake-goers love to visit in the summer. link

I recently bought a longtail ebike that has completely replaced the need for a second car. I take our children to and from school, parks, and the grocery store - I average about ten miles a day. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. I have wanted to explore more destination areas. We love going to the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center but here, and many other places, are not safe enough for bike use. This trail would be a great resource for families who bike or are considering biking more. I do hope we can follow a dutch-style trail with mostly flat paving and shadier plants along the borders of the trail. Texas Summers are brutal and lake-goers love to visit in the summer.

Snb asked over 2 years ago

Thank you for the email. The trail will be concrete and follow the existing terrain. In addition, we will be working around existing trees to preserve and use them for shade. :)
Share In addition to my last response, many ebikes have a charge that lasts 20 to 30 miles. Is it possible to install a bike charging station somewhere along the trail? Ebikes use level 1 chargers. I've heard of cities utilizing light and power poles for electrical vehicles. If able, please keep any forest or existing plant and animal life there. I wouldn't want the existing ecosystems disrupted or removed. They're a big part of why I commute by bike. on Facebook Share In addition to my last response, many ebikes have a charge that lasts 20 to 30 miles. Is it possible to install a bike charging station somewhere along the trail? Ebikes use level 1 chargers. I've heard of cities utilizing light and power poles for electrical vehicles. If able, please keep any forest or existing plant and animal life there. I wouldn't want the existing ecosystems disrupted or removed. They're a big part of why I commute by bike. on Twitter Share In addition to my last response, many ebikes have a charge that lasts 20 to 30 miles. Is it possible to install a bike charging station somewhere along the trail? Ebikes use level 1 chargers. I've heard of cities utilizing light and power poles for electrical vehicles. If able, please keep any forest or existing plant and animal life there. I wouldn't want the existing ecosystems disrupted or removed. They're a big part of why I commute by bike. on Linkedin Email In addition to my last response, many ebikes have a charge that lasts 20 to 30 miles. Is it possible to install a bike charging station somewhere along the trail? Ebikes use level 1 chargers. I've heard of cities utilizing light and power poles for electrical vehicles. If able, please keep any forest or existing plant and animal life there. I wouldn't want the existing ecosystems disrupted or removed. They're a big part of why I commute by bike. link

In addition to my last response, many ebikes have a charge that lasts 20 to 30 miles. Is it possible to install a bike charging station somewhere along the trail? Ebikes use level 1 chargers. I've heard of cities utilizing light and power poles for electrical vehicles. If able, please keep any forest or existing plant and animal life there. I wouldn't want the existing ecosystems disrupted or removed. They're a big part of why I commute by bike.

Snb asked over 2 years ago

We have not considered this but we will look into the feasibility. Thank you for the idea.
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What is the project timeline and had this broken ground?

asked 11 months ago

Thank you for the email and sorry for the delay. We hope to be under construction in 2026. A specific kickoff has not be identified to date but as we get closer we will update the website.
Share I saw different materials are being considered for the path. I use my cargo e-bike as the primary way to get around the city with my kids. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. We bike, at a minimum, 50 miles a week. These bikes are often meant for roads or otherwise flat surfaces and don't do well on other terrains. Please consider residents and families with bikes, e-bikes, or cargo bikes when moving forward with the trail material. on Facebook Share I saw different materials are being considered for the path. I use my cargo e-bike as the primary way to get around the city with my kids. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. We bike, at a minimum, 50 miles a week. These bikes are often meant for roads or otherwise flat surfaces and don't do well on other terrains. Please consider residents and families with bikes, e-bikes, or cargo bikes when moving forward with the trail material. on Twitter Share I saw different materials are being considered for the path. I use my cargo e-bike as the primary way to get around the city with my kids. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. We bike, at a minimum, 50 miles a week. These bikes are often meant for roads or otherwise flat surfaces and don't do well on other terrains. Please consider residents and families with bikes, e-bikes, or cargo bikes when moving forward with the trail material. on Linkedin Email I saw different materials are being considered for the path. I use my cargo e-bike as the primary way to get around the city with my kids. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. We bike, at a minimum, 50 miles a week. These bikes are often meant for roads or otherwise flat surfaces and don't do well on other terrains. Please consider residents and families with bikes, e-bikes, or cargo bikes when moving forward with the trail material. link

I saw different materials are being considered for the path. I use my cargo e-bike as the primary way to get around the city with my kids. I've noticed other families that attend our elementary school utilizing cargo bikes in the same way. We bike, at a minimum, 50 miles a week. These bikes are often meant for roads or otherwise flat surfaces and don't do well on other terrains. Please consider residents and families with bikes, e-bikes, or cargo bikes when moving forward with the trail material.

Snb asked over 2 years ago

Thank you for your email. We are planning to use concrete for the trail surface at this time. I hope this helps!