AboutParks

​​​​​​​​​​​​​Why We're Here:

The mission of Coppell Parks and Recreation is to maintain responsible stewardship of natural and allocated resources to promote quality recreational and educational opportunities that enhance the overall health of individuals and the community.

The department also manages and maintains 544 acres of park land, nature preserves, cemetery, and all city grounds. Facilities include the CORE, Wagon Wheel Tennis Center, the Coppell Senior and Community Center at Grapevine Springs, the Biodiversity Education Center, and Rolling Oaks Memorial Center. 

Our vision to create a community connected through people, parks and programs aligns with the National Recreation and Park Association's (NRPA) philosophy of ​creating equitable, healthy and sustainable communities. ​

​​	People • Social Equity We believe communities are built on people, and that everyone should have equal access to programs and spaces that make our community great. We offer free programs throughout the year covering topics ranging from environmental education to healthy living and fitness​, literacy, and water safety. We also present 14 special events each year that are free to the public, including Celebrate Coppell, Kaleidoscope, Music in the Park, and more. To learn more, visit our events page.
​	​Parks • Conservation  ​Protecting open spaces, teaching conservation to current and future generations, and connecting people to nature​ is ​our goal. Through diligent conservation practices, Coppell Parks and Recreation has maintained a "Tree City USA" designation for over 20 years. ​The department also recycles all landscape debris. Since 2015, over 600,000 lbs of material has been diverted from landfills. Environmental education aims to create an eco-conscious​ citizenry, and focuses on native and drought-tolerant plants, insects, and water conservation.
​​	Programs • Health & Wellness ​We provide opportunities for citizens to live healthy, active lifestyles, both outdoors and indoors! Coppell's trail system has increased by 25% since 2015, and it continues to grow and connect the community to the rest of the DFW region. The trail system is made up of hike and bike trails, a decomposed granite soft running trail, nature trails, and ​opportunities for cyclists to safely share roadways. Fitness classes and athletic opportunities are offered at all facilities. Additionally, the department partners with Living Well in Coppell to offer a variety of fitness screenings and opportunities to increase awareness and participation in health and wellness activities.

Coppell Parks and Recreation is CAPRA Accredited!
Coppell Parks and Recreation continues to be among the ranks of elite park and recreation agencies and departments across the country by earning accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and NRPA. The department first received this distinguished accomplishment in 2010, and was re-accredited during the 2015 NRPA Annual Conference in Las Vegas, NV.  

CAPRA accreditation is the only national accreditation for park and recreation agencies, and is a measure of an agency’s overall quality of operation, management and service to the community.  This mark of distinction indicates that an agency has met rigorous standards related to the management and administration of lands, facilities, resources, programs, safety and services. Coppell is one of only 10 cities in the state of Texas to receive this award!

As part of the accreditation process, the department had to demonstrate compliance with 151 recognized standards and document all policies and procedures. Often the process helps identify efficiencies and heighten areas of accountability, all of which translate into higher quality service and operation to benefit the community.

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