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Annie Stevens Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
✓ Real, verified data — Last verified July 2026
Parks in Texas, TX
Texas has roughly 35 parks in our directory — a starting point for Texas families looking for the right park close to home. The list below is drawn from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data, then sorted by distance from your search so the nearest options come first. Texas is big and spread out, and what works for one family in Texas won’t fit another — schedules, ages served, pricing, and how far you’re willing to drive all matter. That’s why we show real listings with addresses, phone numbers and directions rather than a vague map, so you can make a quick call and decide for yourself. We verify each listing is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), but details change: hours shift, waitlists open and close, and some places update their services between our checks. A two-minute phone call before you load everyone into the car can save a wasted trip. Treat this page as a shortlist to work from — narrow it down, call ahead, and confirm the specifics that matter most for your family in Texas. And if you’re after more practical, parent-tested help, our Parents Declassified guides are written for exactly these everyday moments.
The 35 nearest, ranked honestly — never by payment
2
Arlington Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
3
Bachman Lake Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
4
Benito Juárez Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
5
Beverly Hills Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
6
Bickers Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
7
Bishop Flores Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
8
Bluff View Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
9
Cherrywood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
10
Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Promenade Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
11
Coombs Creek Greenbelt
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
12
Dr. Donald Seldin Plaza
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
13
Eladio R. Martinez Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
14
Emma Carter Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
15
Field Frazier Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
16
Fountain Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
17
Frances Rizo Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
18
Grauwyler Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
19
Hattie Rankin Moore Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
20
John F. Kennedy Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
21
Ledbetter-Eagle Ford Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
22
Maria Luna Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
23
Midway Manor Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
24
Moss Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
25
Nash/Davis Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
26
North Hampton Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
27
Overlake Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
28
Pegasus Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
29
Polk Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
30
Prothro Plaza & Gardens
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
31
Stevens Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Tipton Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
33
Twelve Hills Nature Center
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
34
Weichsel Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
35
West Dallas Housing Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Texas — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
How we chose these. We start from a full public list of parks serving Texas — built from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. We verify each is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), then sort by family-relevant signals: true distance, data completeness (address, phone, website), and listing source. Listings marked “Featured” would be paid placements — clearly labeled — and payment never changes the ranking of these picks. Listings are informational; please verify independently before visiting.
Frequently asked — Texas
▸ Are these Texas parks free?
Many of these are free or low-cost public and nonprofit resources, but it varies by location and program. We label the source for each listing. Always confirm any fees, eligibility or seasonal hours with the specific park before you go.
▸ What should I check before contacting a Texas park?
Confirm current availability, ages or grades served, location and hours — these differ from place to place. The list is sorted by distance from your search so you can start with the closest fit in Texas, then call to confirm the details that matter for your family.
▸ Where does this Texas listing data come from?
These listings come from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. It’s informational and provided to help you find options near you — verify hours, eligibility and details directly before visiting. We’re an early preview and Texas-only for now.
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