The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department operates the City's recreational and cultural programs and maintains 243 City-owned parks including swimming pools, gymnasiums, cemeteries, sports facilities, recreation centers and the Botanical Garden and Conservatory. The department is responsible for the maintenance of 14,518.47 acres of park land, including more than 118 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails.
The mission of the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department is to provide exceptional parks, facilities, programs and services to improve the quality of life for all.