Ray Roberts Lake State Park
"McKinney families and outdoor enthusiasts visit for swimming, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. The park is close enough for spontaneous day trips and weekend camping."
Ray Roberts Lake State Park spans several units around one of North Texas’s most popular lakes, offering a mix of water recreation and outdoor adventure. Visitors come for fishing, paddling, swimming, camping, birding, and horseback riding in a landscape of open water, wooded coves, and rolling prairie.
Bonham State Park
"McKinney visitors may head to Bonham State Park for a more rustic North Texas park experience. It is a practical getaway for camping and outdoor time away from the metro area."
Bonham State Park offers a classic small-park experience with a spring-fed lake, shaded campsites, and family-friendly day-use areas. Its mix of water recreation, wildlife viewing, and gentle terrain makes it a popular escape for anglers, paddlers, and campers.