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Woodlawn Lake Park — Kayaking for Kids in San Antonio

Woodlawn Lake Park

4.6(7,712)4.6 out of 5 stars, 7712 reviews San Antonio, TX

About Woodlawn Lake Park

Woodlawn Lake Park offers a diverse range of family-friendly activities, including kayaking for kids, a large playground, and various sports facilities, making it an ideal destination for families looking for outdoor recreation and entertainment.

What parents should know

Summarized from real visitor reviews.

Best for: Family picnicsOutdoor sports activitiesToddlers to teens - playground suitable for younger kids, sports facilities cater to older children and teens

Why families love it

  • Large playground for children
  • Well-maintained walking paths
  • Free parking available
  • Multiple sports facilities including basketball and tennis courts
  • Picnic areas with overhead cover
  • Paved sidewalks for easy walking and biking

Insider tips

  • Arrive early to secure a good picnic spot
  • Bring fishing gear if interested
  • Consider visiting during weekdays to avoid crowds

Good to know before you go

  • Weekends during peak hours when the park is crowded
  • Busy during peak times due to popularity
  • Limited shade in some areas for hot days
Crowds
Busy on weekends and during community events; quieter during weekdays
Value
Free entry to the park and free parking; no hidden costs mentioned, making it a cost-effective outing compared to other entertainment options.
Food
Picnics allowed; no specific restrictions mentioned on outside food and drink
Accessibility
Restrooms available, paved paths suitable for strollers and wheelchairs
Safety
Clean and well-maintained facilities, ample benches for resting

What parents say

Jesus Herrera
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Our first visit to this park and our granddaughter love it. This park has a big playground!! The lake has all kinds of birds and we even saw a turtle out for a walk. We notice a picnic area with overhead cover. Plenty of room to run and have fun!"

5 months ago

Jose R
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Very nice park with a nice walk path surrounding the lake. Free parking and a lot of activities to do surrounding the park for all ages such as basketball courts, free to use exercise equipment, and benches all around. Really nice place to have a picnic or fly kites."

3 months ago

Dana Milligan
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"This park. Is fantastic?It has restrooms Tennis courts, baseball field, fishing picnic tables, barbecue pits, cabanas, pears, water fountains, basketball courts.It's simply fantastic for family or just a nice roll.Paved sidewalks over bridges absolutely beautiful"

a month ago

Reviews sourced from public Google data.