Most DFW suburbs have a splash pad and call it a day. Little Elm has an actual beach — sand, volleyball courts, and one of the largest open swim areas on any lake in North Texas — and it sits at the center of the Town’s identity in a way that’s hard to overstate once you’ve spent an afternoon there.
Little Elm Park, at 701 W. Eldorado Parkway, is the anchor of the Lakefront District, the Town’s destination area of restaurants, retail, and recreation along the shore of Lewisville Lake. The park’s beach is maintained with freshly raked sand and includes ten beach volleyball courts overlooking the water, along with a playground, a pavilion with grills, an amphitheater, tent camping, a boat ramp, hiking and biking trails, and picnic areas. Restrooms and showers are on-site, and the Lakefront Grill sits right at the beach serving burgers, tacos, and cold drinks for anyone who doesn’t feel like packing a cooler.
What’s changing for the 2026 season
Parking fees at the park begin on April 3, 2026, and continue through the swim season. The Town offers a Resident Seasonal Parking Pass for $25 and a Non-Resident Seasonal Parking Pass for $75 — worth planning for if you expect to make more than a couple of trips to the beach this summer, since a season pass pencils out quickly compared to paying by the visit.
Kayak, paddleboard, and bike rentals are available near the beach through DFW Surf, for anyone who wants to get out on the water without hauling their own gear down.
Why this beach exists where it does
Little Elm sits on a peninsula that juts into Lewisville Lake, which is why the town built its identity around waterfront recreation in a way that landlocked neighbors like Frisco and Prosper simply can’t replicate. The beach and the surrounding Lakefront District — anchored by The Cove indoor water park and The Lawn’s open green space beneath the Town’s landmark water tower — have become the defining reason people mention Little Elm at all outside of Denton County.
Getting there and making a day of it
Little Elm Park sits just off Eldorado Parkway, an easy pull-in for anyone coming from the FM 423 corridor or from neighborhoods on the west side of town. Because the beach draws visitors from well beyond Little Elm’s own borders — it’s a rare enough amenity in North Texas that people drive in from Frisco, The Colony, and further out to use it — weekend afternoons in peak summer get busy, and an early arrival makes a real difference in parking availability even with a season pass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is Little Elm Beach?
Little Elm Beach sits inside Little Elm Park at 701 W. Eldorado Parkway, Little Elm, TX 75068, on the shore of Lewisville Lake.
Do I need to pay to park at Little Elm Park in 2026?
Yes. Parking fees begin April 3, 2026. The Town offers a Resident Seasonal Parking Pass for $25 and a Non-Resident Seasonal Parking Pass for $75 for the season.
What amenities does Little Elm Park have besides the beach?
The park includes a playground, a pavilion with grills, an amphitheater, tent camping, a boat ramp, athletic fields, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, restrooms and showers, and the on-site Lakefront Grill.
Can I rent a kayak or paddleboard at the park?
Yes, kayak, paddleboard, and bike rentals are available near the beach through DFW Surf.
Is Little Elm Beach really the largest public swim beach in North Texas?
It’s frequently described that way by regional sources covering Lewisville Lake, owing to its sand beach and one of the largest open swim areas of any public lake beach in the region.