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Dan Markson Park

Name: Dan Markson Park
Address: 13620 Babcock Rd., San Antonio, TX, 78249, US
Telephone: 210-207-6000
Price range: Free public park.

San Antonio, TX

Purpose-built inclusive playground in northwest San Antonio with musical play, sensory panels, adaptive-style spinning and swinging, shade, and an ADA restroom with an adult changing table.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Open daily 5:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Regular and handicapped parking spaces are listed on the official park page.

Visit style

Destination neighborhood-plus outing

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A strong true-inclusive park pick for San Antonio families, especially if you need sensory play, shade, and an adult changing table in one stop.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For

Families seeking a clearly designated inclusive public playground.
Kids who enjoy musical and sensory-based play.
Visitors who need shade and accessible restrooms.
Caregivers who specifically need an adult changing table.

Less Ideal For

Families looking for a fully fenced playground.
Visitors who want extensive published surfacing specs before arrival.
Families seeking a tiny quick-stop tot lot.

At a Glance

Venue type

Destination playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Adaptive swingsInclusive spinnerWide pathways

Sensory and communication features

Tactile playMusical playAuditory playVisual play

Family amenities

ShadeSeatingPicnic tablesRestrooms nearbyDrinking fountainsParkingAccessible parking

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Partial shade

Restroom access

Accessible restroomsAdult changing table

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesSmooth paths

Park context

Part of a larger parkTrail accessPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryOpen dailyParking on site

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Facilities

ADA-accessible restroom
Adult changing table
Drinking fountain
Accessible benches
Picnic tables
Bike rack
Trail access

Hours SummaryOpen daily 5:00-23:00.

ParkingRegular and handicapped parking spaces are listed on the official park page.

Visit StyleWorks as both a focused playground visit and a longer outing paired with the greenway trail.

WeatherOutdoor playground with a large shade canopy over the play area.

What To Bring

WaterSun protection for uncovered areas beyond the canopyMobility aids or adaptive supports your child uses

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

SummaryFree public park.

About the Venue

Dan Markson Park is one of the clearest official fits for an inclusive playground listing in the San Antonio metro. The City of San Antonio describes it as specially designed for people with special needs, with an Inclusive Whirl, Accelerator Swing, colorful sensory panels, audio-feedback musical instruments, large shade canopy, accessible benches, picnic tables, drinking fountain, and an ADA-accessible restroom with an adult changing table. It also connects directly to the Maverick Creek Greenway, which can make it a good longer outing for families who want both playground time and a walk or roll afterward.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through big kids

Energy LevelModerate to high

Noise LevelModerate; musical elements can raise sound levels

Parent ComfortStrong because shade, seating, restrooms, and parking are clearly documented

Visit StyleDestination neighborhood-plus outing

Accessibility & Comfort

Considerations

The official page does not fully publish all surfacing and transfer details.No perimeter fence is stated on the official page.

Known Features

Inclusive Whirl
Accelerator Swing
Colorful sensory panels
Audio-feedback musical instruments
ADA-accessible restroom
Adult changing table
Accessible benches

SummaryOfficial city materials explicitly describe this park as specially designed for people with special needs.

Accessible routesSmooth paths

Gallery

Covered inclusive playground at Dan Markson Park — Large shade canopy over the play area.

Multicolored inclusive playground equipment at Dan Markson Park — Main multicolored play structure.

Playground equipment at Dan Markson Park — Additional view of the accessible play area.

Playground equipment with bench at Dan Markson Park — Play area with nearby seating.

Child using oversized xylophone at Dan Markson Park — Musical play feature in use.

Child using purple swing at Dan Markson Park — Inclusive swing area.

External Links

Website Directions

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Open daily 5:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Regular and handicapped parking spaces are listed on the official park page.

Contact Information

Phone

(210) 207-6000

Address

13620 Babcock Rd.

San Antonio, TX, 78249

Location

Texas San Antonio Metro San Antonio, TX

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 11, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Source

Ai Region Research

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created listing from official City of San Antonio park page.

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Dan Markson Park

Editor's Take

Best Fit