Community
If you’re a seeker of what’s truly important in life, Hickory Creek, Texas can be found under stands of magnificent trees where the bigness and bustle of big-D-Dallas ends and small-town-friendly, lakeside living begins. Straddling I-35E, not too far north of Dallas’ major ring roads and suburbs, this town is a jewel in the crown of communities that circle Lewisville Lake.
People wonder how a town with such easy access to all of DFW could possibly hide in plain sight of a major interstate, but it does. Ask any Hickory Creek resident how they feel about their town and they’ll tell you it’s the perfect place to live – an oasis in an urban desert, a sanctuary from the workaday world, a safe harbor for the entire family.
Whichever metaphor you choose – few would leave. Folks that live here report that something curious happens to them each time they leave and return again. They’ll tell you: “the moment you cross the bridge, you feel your whole body relax and a voice inside you tells you – you’re home.”
Over the years Hickory Creek has grown and changed, and benefited in the process, but what hasn’t changed is what’s most important to folks here: the town’s natural beauty, its easy-going lifestyle, and the fabulous parks that follow the contours of the lake. Thanks to leaders who’ve maintained a balance between what makes Hickory Creek unique and the conveniences its citizens desire – this town is, and will continue to be, a hidden gem worth searching out.
Parks
A volunteer Parks Board has worked diligently throughout the years to develop several parks within the town. The town leases several parks on the Lewisville Lake shoreline, including Point Vista Park, Sycamore Bend and Arrowhead Park, which all feature boat ramps, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Tanglewood Park, located in the Lakewood subdivision, features a sport court, playground equipment, and picnic areas.
Commercial Development
Over the past 20 years, commercial development has expanded, which has helped Hickory Creek maintain one of the lowest property tax rates in the Lake Cities area. Hickory Creek is home to Wal-Mart and other retailers, along with many restaurants which can be found in our Restaurant Guide.
Residential Development
The availability of residential housing has expanded in the last several years and is continuing to bring growth to Hickory Creek. Past developments added the subdivisions of Shore Haven, Lakeview, Glenview, and the Mansions at Hickory Creek. Recent residential development includes The Enclave of Hickory Creek, Shadow Creek Estates, Steeplechase North & South, Waterview, Hickory Creek Crossing, and the Alcove at Hickory Creek.
Education
Our K-12 students are served by the Lake Dallas Independent School District and Corinth Classical Academy. Primrose Preschool of Hickory Creek and Four Seasons Early Learning Academy provide for our younger students and parents who need childcare.
