While keeping up with fitness routines can be challenging for many, one Texas town has found a way to make it easier. Located just outside Dallas, Crandall has turned active living into an exciting adventure that the whole family can enjoy together. This small town is packed with recreational amenities and family-friendly activities that keep all ages excited to get outdoors and explore. Discover how Wildcat Ranch families are keeping their fitness goals on track throughout the year.
1. Explore Crandall Parks and Trails
What better way to stay active than by stepping out into the great outdoors? Trail systems offer fantastic opportunities to be active while exploring an area’s natural landscape. Maintained by Kaufman County Mountain Biking, the Wildcat Ranch Trail is approximately 4.2 miles long and is located nearby Wildcat Ranch. The trail consists of two loops that run alongside Buffalo Creek, creating a picturesque backdrop for hiking, walking and biking. Wildcat Ranch residents revel in the convenience of having this beautiful trail right next door to home. Public to all Kaufman County residents, the Wildcat Trail is a great way for family and friends to connect with nature while enjoying an active lifestyle.
2. Transform Family Fitness into an Aquatic Adventure
Pack the car, load up the kids and head out to Cedar Creek Reservoir to spend the weekend camping lakeside on the outskirts of Kaufman County. Flowing into the Trinity River, the reservoir is a family-friendly getaway that is just 40 minutes from Wildcat Ranch. The lake covers a surface area of 34,000 feet with about 200 miles of shoreline. Ideal for nature lovers longing to spend time on the water, Cedar Creek permits an abundance of activities including boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Grab some rods and spend hours fishing for largemouth bass and catfish. Participating in fun water activities is another form of physical fitness, contributing to a person’s wellness goals while still being fun and engaging.
3. Join a Local Fitness Center
For most people, joining a local gym is a great way to reach fitness goals. Gyms offer a range of workout equipment and convenient on-site amenities, making them an ideal starting point for anyone looking to make progress in their fitness journey. The good news for Wildcat Ranch residents is that they don’t have to go far from home to enjoy these benefits. Within the Amenity Center is a state-of-the-art fitness center complete with cutting-edge cardio and strength training equipment. Residents customize their workout sessions to the intensity they need and the time they have available. Whether residents want to spend a long session at the gym or fit in a quick 30-minute workout, the on-site fitness studio accommodates all fitness journeys.
4. Swim Laps in the Pool
Swimming is one of the best forms of physical exercise for all ages. Offering a full-body workout with minimal impact on the body, this low intensity activity is ideal for both beginner and expert swimmers. The lap pool at Wildcat Ranch is great for residents wanting to be active without breaking a sweat. The pool’s four lap lanes ensure ample room for multiple swimmers of all paces. As a bonus, the best part about the lap pool is that parents can focus on their backstroke while keeping an eye on the kids in the connecting resort-style pool and adjacent splash pad.
5. Pick up a New Sport
One of the most fun ways to live an active lifestyle is by playing a new sport. Located within Crandall Park is the brand-new community court complex. Appealing to all types of sports enthusiasts, the complex consists of two basketball courts, two tennis courts and four pickleball courts. Neighbors can come together and engage in some friendly competition while maintaining active lifestyles. For those who prefer a pick-up game closer to home, Wildcat Ranch has ample wide-open fields ideal for bringing the neighbors together to toss a football, play soccer, or any outdoor sport that gets the heart pumping. Whether it’s swinging a racquet or scoring a goal, playing sports are an enjoyable way to stay active.
A Master-Planned Community Right Outside Dallas
With all the exciting wellness activities close to home, living an active lifestyle has never seemed more attainable. Yet, it’s not just fitness that has Crandall residents excited about the area. Located just 20 miles from Downtown Dallas, Wildcat Ranch families enjoy the city’s small-town charm while also taking full advantage of everything Dallas has to offer. Employment opportunities, local shopping and dining, and ample entertainment is just a short drive away from this new master-planned community.
Wildcat Ranch features new homes priced from the high $200’s. Its Model Row is open daily for tours, featuring three award-winning home builders – Beazer Homes, DR Horton Homes, and Lennar Homes. For more information, feel free to request our brochure and get a firsthand look at how your life would look at Wildcat Ranch. You can also visit us at WildcatRanchTexas.com or contact our office at 972.387.9038.
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