Garland maintains over 60 parks comprising nearly 2,900 acres of parkland and nature reserves.
* **Spring Creek Forest Preserve:** A unique ecological gem featuring a climax forest with ancient, towering Chinquapin, Bur, and Shumard oak trees—some estimated to be 150 to 300 years old. It features paved and unpaved trails and spectacular spring wildflowers. * **Rowlett Creek Preserve:** Famous for its multi-loop, 15-mile mountain biking trail system that winds through wooded areas and open fields. * **Audubon Park:** A large community park known for its highly rated disc golf course, sports fields, and walking trails. * **Duck Creek Greenbelt:** A scenic paved trail system winding through mature trees and neighborhoods, popular with joggers and dog walkers.