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Parks & Recreation

Posted on: May 14, 2020

Trails are open

Getting outdoors to walk, jog, hike, ride a bicycle, and or enjoy some time in the outdoors is a healthy way to stay active and reduce stress and anxiety while practicing physical distancing. 

Indoor spaces, fitness equipment, playgrounds, restrooms and facilities are closed to prevent community spread of COVID-19.


Enjoy passive recreation, avoid crowds and please follow site signage.



Southern Pacific Linear Park and Historic Battlefield Trail

Southmost Nature Trail

Belden Trail

Monte Bella Trails

Paseo Trails


Parks with walking paths are:

Riverside Park

Cabler Park

Portway Acres Park

Windwood Park

Brownsville Sports Park

Lincoln Park

Linear Park

Washington Park

Veterans Park



Park amenities such as playground sets, fitness equipment, restrooms, and other facilities will continue to be closed for public use in order to minimize the transmission of COVID-19. 


As outlined in executive order GA-18, individuals may engage in outdoor sports, provided that the sports do not include contact with other participants, and no more than 4 (four) participants play the sport at any time. 


All residents and visitors must continue to practice social distancing when engaging in activities.  Facial coverings encouraged.  


For more information, please call 956-546-HELP.

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