South Side's Pearsall Park to Receive $1.5M Upgrade

State grant will fund new bike track, lighting, and other improvements at the 505-acre community space.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 8:31pm

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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has awarded a $1.5 million grant to upgrade Pearsall Park, a 505-acre community space on San Antonio's South Side. The funding will go towards adding a new bike track, lighting, shade structures, and a track perimeter at the park, which already features disc golf, fitness stations, trails, splash pads, dog parks, and the city's largest skate park.

Why it matters

The grant will help enhance outdoor recreational opportunities and improve community access to green spaces in an underserved part of San Antonio. Pearsall Park is a popular destination for local residents, and the upgrades will make it an even more attractive and usable public amenity.

The details

The $1.5 million grant is part of a record $21.2 million in local park grants announced by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. The funding for Pearsall Park will be used to construct a new bike track, install lighting and shade structures, and build a perimeter track around the expansive 505-acre park.

  • The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission announced the grant funding on February 2, 2026.

The players

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission

The state agency that oversees and provides funding for parks and outdoor recreation in Texas.

Pearsall Park

A 505-acre community park on San Antonio's South Side that offers a variety of outdoor recreational amenities.

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What’s next

The park upgrades funded by the grant are expected to be completed within the next 12-18 months.

The takeaway

This investment in Pearsall Park demonstrates the state's commitment to expanding access to green spaces and outdoor recreation, particularly in underserved communities. The improvements will make the park an even more valuable asset for local residents to enjoy.