FAQs • Texarkana, TX • CivicEngage

What time do the parks close?: All Texarkana, Texas Parks close at 10 p.m., except Kidtopia which closes at dark.

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1. Where is the Parks and Recreation Administration Office located?: The Parks and Recreation Administration Office is located:
Southwest Center
3222 W. 7th St.
Texarkana, TX 75501

2. What time do the parks close?: All Texarkana, Texas Parks close at 10 p.m., except Kidtopia which closes at dark.

3. How many pavilions are available for parties or gatherings?: We have three pavilions located at Spring Lake Park, two pavilions at Grady T. Wallace Park, two pavilions at Bringle Lake, one pavilion at Karrh Park, one pavilion at Bell Park, and one pavilion at Scott Joplin Park.

4. How am I able to reserve one of the pavilions at the city's parks?: To reserve a pavilion, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 903-798-3978.

5. How many softball fields are available to rent for tournament use?: We have five fields located at Grady T. Wallace Park. A refundable deposit is required and rental costs vary according to number of fields and days requested. Please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 903-798-3978 for more information.

6. Is fishing allowed at the city lakes? Is a license required?: Yes, follow the same guidelines you would at any other lake.

7. Are we responsible for the Texarkana, Arkansas Parks and Recreation programs and facilities?: No, we are only responsible for the Texarkana, Texas Parks and Recreation programs and facilities.

8. How many parks are located in the City of Texarkana, Texas?: We have a total of 11 parks covering over 400 acres. For a complete listing of parks, facilities, and locations please visit our parks page.

9. What is Friends of Texarkana Parks?: The Friends of Texarkana Parks is a non-profit volunteer group interested in preserving, developing, and maintaining parks in Texarkana. The Friends of Texarkana Parks work in conjunction with the City of Texarkana, Texas Parks & Recreation Department in its efforts to provide recreational opportunities and maintaining park facilities. For more information please visit our Friends of Texarkana Parks page.

10. Can I get involved with Friends of Texarkana Parks?: Membership is open to anyone interested in improving the Parks & Recreational opportunities in Texarkana. Please call the Parks & Recreation Department for further information or visit the Friends of Texarkana Parks page.