O. P. Schnabel Park
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O. P. Schnabel Park is a 202 acre (0.81746572 km²) city park in the City of San Antonio, Texas
(located at 9600 Bandera Road). The park includes buildings for the YMCA
program, ball fields, a basketball court, and several trails. Formerly known as Bandera Road Park, the park was named O.P. Schnabel Park in 1977.
trees and mountain laurels.
The park was renamed after O.P. Schnabel in 1977, known in the area for his efforts to improve the visual appeal of San Antonio through several "clean-up and beautification campaigns". The park is sometimes referred to as "the cleanest little park in Texas".
s, and a basketball court. In addition, there are 4.5 miles of trails available to the public which can be used for jogging, hiking, or biking. Trail markers indicate level of difficulty and accessibility. Pets on leashes are allowed. At least two walking trails are wheelchair accessible.
Texas
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(located at 9600 Bandera Road). The park includes buildings for the YMCA
YMCA
The Young Men's Christian Association is a worldwide organization of more than 45 million members from 125 national federations affiliated through the World Alliance of YMCAs...
program, ball fields, a basketball court, and several trails. Formerly known as Bandera Road Park, the park was named O.P. Schnabel Park in 1977.
History
The park land was purchased by the city of San Antonio in 1964. It was originally simply named 'Bandera Road Park', and was known for its natural beauty. Throughout the park there are numerous oakOak
An oak is a tree or shrub in the genus Quercus , of which about 600 species exist. "Oak" may also appear in the names of species in related genera, notably Lithocarpus...
trees and mountain laurels.
The park was renamed after O.P. Schnabel in 1977, known in the area for his efforts to improve the visual appeal of San Antonio through several "clean-up and beautification campaigns". The park is sometimes referred to as "the cleanest little park in Texas".
Facilities
The park offers the following facilities: water fountains, restrooms, picnic areas and pavilionPavilion (structure)
In architecture a pavilion has two main meanings.-Free-standing structure:Pavilion may refer to a free-standing structure sited a short distance from a main residence, whose architecture makes it an object of pleasure. Large or small, there is usually a connection with relaxation and pleasure in...
s, and a basketball court. In addition, there are 4.5 miles of trails available to the public which can be used for jogging, hiking, or biking. Trail markers indicate level of difficulty and accessibility. Pets on leashes are allowed. At least two walking trails are wheelchair accessible.