Gorrell Park

Welcome to Gorrell Park in San Antonio, Texas. This park first opened to the public on April 5, 2008 and was named in memory of Edwyn J. Gorrell, a local patrolman who was shot in the line of duty while making an arrest February 22, 1988, just over 20 years before the park opened. Gorrell spent 5 months in a coma before passing the following July.

Picnicking: The picnic area at Gorrell Park has 3 tables and 3 grills. Come bring some meats to cook and bring the family and friends.

To contact the San Antonio Parks office please call 210-207-7275.

San Antonio Park Ordinances

*All parks open at 5 a.m. and close at 11 p.m.

*The following are prohibited; defacing public property, littering, metal detecting, overnight camping.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; consumption of alcoholic beverages, picnic grilling, swimming.

*All dogs must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these and all local, State of Texas, and United States statutes.