Westside Park

A Green Oasis in McAllen

Spread across 37 acres, Westside Park offers a refreshing escape from the urban bustle of McAllen. This park combines athletic facilities with family spaces, providing a place where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities.

For the Sports Enthusiasts

If you're looking to break a sweat or cheer on the local teams, you'll appreciate the softball complex with its four baseball fields where both organized leagues and casual players regularly show off their skills. Soccer fans haven't been forgotten either - several soccer fields await your footwork and team spirit.

Need a good workout without the competition? The park features a mix of paved and gravel walking trails that wind through the grounds, ideal for a morning jog or an evening stroll. There's also a loop road circling the park that gives runners, walkers, and cyclists extra space to move at their own pace.

Kid-Friendly Spaces

Little ones have plenty of room to burn off energy at the multiple playgrounds scattered around the park. These play areas cater to different age groups, so both toddlers and older kids can find equipment that's just right for them.

The expansive green spaces provide a fantastic backdrop for impromptu games of catch or simply sprawling out on a blanket. When the Texas sun gets a bit too intense, you'll find plenty of shade trees offering cool relief, especially in the northern section of the park.

Places to Gather and Celebrate

What's a park without a good picnic spot? Westside has numerous picnic areas with tables and grills available for outdoor meals. For larger get-togethers, four BBQ pavilions offer covered spaces where you can host everything from birthday parties to family reunions.

Planning something special? These pavilions can be reserved for private events, giving you a designated space for your celebration. Each pavilion offers enough room to comfortably fit groups of various sizes.

Practical Amenities

When nature calls, you'll find restrooms conveniently located by the baseball fields and on the park's north side. Most areas of the park are well-illuminated, however it's worth noting some sections might be a bit dimmer after sunset.

Clusters of palm trees line the gravel trail that loops around the grounds, giving the park a tropical touch. And good news for dog parents - your leashed four-legged friends are welcome to join you on your park adventures.

Community Heart

Westside Park also hosts various community events throughout the year. Bring a blanket and some snacks for the popular Movies in the Park screenings, where films come alive under the stars. The park also functions as a starting point for organized bike rides and runs, bringing locals together through shared activities in the great outdoors.