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Airport Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — 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 Waco, TX
Waco has roughly 38 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 Waco 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 Waco. And if you’re after more practical, parent-tested help, our Parents Declassified guides are written for exactly these everyday moments.
The 38 nearest, ranked honestly — never by payment
2
Bear Park/ Rec Field
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
3
Bells Hill Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
4
Bledsoe-Miller Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
5
Bosque Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
6
Brazos Park East
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
7
Burleson Quadrangle
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
8
Cameron Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
9
Cotton Palace Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
10
Council Acres Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
11
Crestview Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
12
Dewey Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
13
Founders Mall
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
14
Fountain Mall
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
15
Heritage Square
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
16
Indian Spring Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
17
Katy Ball Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
18
Kendrick Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
19
Mcc park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
20
Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
21
Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
22
Minglewood Bowl
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
23
Mitchell Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026📞 Phone listed🌐 Website
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
24
Mountainview Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
25
North Waco Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
26
Oakwood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
27
Park on Bagby Avenue
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
28
Rachel's Park Memorial Gardens
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
29
S.J. Guthrie Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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S.J. Guthrie Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
31
Seley Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
32
South Waco Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
33
SUB Bowl
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
34
Vara Martin Daniel Plaza
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
35
Villa Victoria Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
36
Waco Lions Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
37
Wenz Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
38
Whispering Oaks Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Waco — 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 Waco — 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 — Waco
▸ Are these Waco 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 Waco 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 Waco, then call to confirm the details that matter for your family.
▸ Where does this Waco 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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