McKinney Roughs Nature Park

1884 State Highway 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX 78612

Activities and Amenities

Hours and Contact Info

Hours

Visitors Center: 8 a.m.-5p.m.
Trailheads: Daily (sunrise to sunset)

Contact

More park info: 512-303-5073

Pre-approved activities may take place outside of standard park hours.

Special Event Information

Visit us beginning Nov. 9, 2024, for an unforgettable wizarding event – Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience.

Park Information

Calling all thrill-seekers! Your next adventure awaits at McKinney Rough Nature Park. Choose from UTV rides through miles of multiuse trails, zip lining tours on the only dual zip line in Texas, rafting trips down the lower Colorado River and more. We offer facilities fit for special events and group lodging, and our staff can customize the unique experience you’re looking for.

Outdoor Recreation

  • Canopy zip line tour: contact Zip Lost Pines
  • Hiking: view trails at The Hiking Project
  • Horseback riding
  • Mountain biking
  • Exploration: share your observations at iNaturalist
  • Picnicking
  • Bird viewing area
  • Zip lining
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Lodging | Contact [email protected] to reserve.

  • 1 bunkhouse: sleeps up to 10 (includes bed and bath linens, lounge space, television, refrigerator, Keurig, restrooms and showers, A/C, heat, covered porch and outdoor amenities)
  • 5 dormitory floors: sleep up to 112 (includes A/C, heat, restrooms and showers)

Facility Rentals | Learn More

  • Amphitheater: Outdoor theater with capacity up to 120 people, with electricity and water
  • Meeting Room (1): Classroom/Theatre capacity: 20/30
  • Meeting Room (2 combined): Classroom/Theatre capacity: 40/60
  • Meeting Room (3 combined): Classroom/Theatre capacity: 60/100
  • Colorado Vista Pavilion: Outdoor pavilion with grill and electricity for up to 80 people. Download Colorado Vista map.
  • Wildflower Hall: Indoor space with capacity up to 240 people (includes A/C, heat, commercial kitchen and fireplace)
  • Wedding ceremony and reception sites with rentals and overnight accommodations available
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Group Activities

Pricing

View cancellation policy here.

Entrance

Adults – $5
Children (12 and younger) – Free
Disabled – $2
Seniors (65 and older) – $2
Horse and rider – $12
Free with LCRA Annual Parks Pass

Lodging

Two park entrance fees are
included in your stay.

Bunkhouse – $50 per person

Facilities and Equipment

Contact [email protected] for additional details on our bunkhouse, meeting room(s), dormitories, Wildflower Hall and Colorado Vista Pavilion.

QuietKat electric bike rentals:
  • 2 hours – $50

Park Events

Family Nature Quest

Dec. 23, 2024

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Wildlife Explorer

Dec. 28, 2024

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UTV Tour

Dec. 29, 2024

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