Jul 3, 2023 · The Brackenridge Park landscape contains an astonishing 12,000 years of documented prehistoric and human interaction with the upper course of the San Antonio River.

Brackenridge Park is home to some of San Antonio’s most beloved attractions. Established in 1899, the rustic character of the 343-acre park remains today, with tree-lined paths and picnic areas along 2.2 miles of the San Antonio River, playgrounds and softball fields, a miniature train, the Witte Museum, the San Antonio Zoo, historic ...

The rustic character of the 343-acre park remains today with tree-lined paths and picnic areas along 2.2 miles of the San Antonio River, playgrounds and softball fields, a miniature train, historic structures, the Witte Museum, the zoo, and the oldest municipal golf course in Texas.

The casual visitor to Brackenridge Park is totally unaware that the 349-acre park, with its picnic areas, ball fields, museum, zoo, and golf course, occupies some of the most historically rich land in the City of San Antonio.

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Founded in 1899, Brackenridge Park is rich with history. Located at below the headwaters of the San Antonio River, Brackenridge Park has been a gathering place since prehistoric times. The park shows evidence of human habitation dating back to 11,000 years ago.

Pavilions can be reserved through the City of San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department: Reserve a Pavilion Online You can also reserve pavilions by email or phone at 210-207-7275 or [email protected] Reservations can be made in person at 5800 Enrique Barrera Pkwy, 78227. We look forward to seeing you at the park!

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Three pavilions and two softball fields are available in Brackenridge Park for rental. You may reserve a pavilion or softball field online or in person at the Parks and Recreation Reservations Office located at 5800 Enrique M. Barrera Pkwy. or call (210) 207-7275.

Situated just below the headwaters of the San Antonio River, the site of Brackenridge Park has been an oasis for humans for 12,000 years, from indigenous people who found water, food, and shelter here to park visitors today who come to relax along the river, to wade in the low water crossing with their children, and to explore the park's ...