When it comes to the great outdoors, Allen has ample room for exploring. It is located in Collin County and is about 20 miles north of downtown Dallas. It is just north of Plano and west of Lucas and Fairview.

Allen offers great outdoor adventures. Wander along the unpaved trails at Dayspring Nature Preserve or The Trail at the Woods, cast a line at Bethany Lakes Park, or pack a picnic and head for Connemara Meadow Nature Preserve. Playgrounds are also tucked along the expansive trail system; Spirit Park, Heritage Park and Waterford Park are local favorites. Twin Creeks is another desirable neighborhood that is located in the heart of Allen and offers a golf course, community pool, park, walking trails, tennis courts, and 2 ponds.

The city has a 79,000-square-foot convention center (Watters Creek Convention Center) that is owned and operated by Marriott Hotels.