Marble Falls’ newest public park is nearing completion and changing names.

The 12-acre, $1.9 million Mormon Mill Nature Park, originally Park View Park, is being built at the northwest corner of Parkview and Park Ridge drives. Once finished, possibly before the end of the year, the greenspace will feature a unique playscape, wildlife viewing blinds, and hiking trails through a verdant landscape surrounding a small wetland area. Parkgoers also will have ample parking, a restroom, seating, and a pavilion.

The area mostly will be kept in its natural state but with planted wildflowers.

Marble Falls Parks and Recreation Director Lacey Dingman said contractors have until January to finish the job, but a recent site visit seems to indicate an accelerated timeline.

“They’re making good progres

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