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Southside Park
1. Address:455 Shiloh Rd.
  Tyler, TX 75703
2. Phone:(903) 531-1370
Amenities:
1. Basketball Court(s)
2. Pavilion(s)
3. Picnic Area(s)
4. Playground(s)
5. Restrooms
Categories:
1. Parks & Rec Facilities

Hours

Park is open daily from Sunrise to Sunset. The trails are open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

About

Southside Park is a .5 mile trail located just south of the intersection of Shiloh Road and Donnybrook Avenue. Parking is available on the street adjacent to the park and in a parking lot on the far south side of the park off of Rieck Road. This popular park features picnic areas, restrooms, pavilions, a large playground area, and hike and bike trails. New ADA accessible playground equipment was installed in 2019 thanks to Tyler Area Ambucs. For questions about reserving a picnic area or pavilion or other special event reservation, please visit the Rentals page or contact us.

Southside Park is connected by walking trail to the Rose Rudman Recreational Trail.

Click the following link to view a map of Rose Rudman Trail and Southside Park Trail.

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The City of Tyler has a wonderful park system for residents and visitors to explore and enjoy. With more than 1000 acres of parkland and open space, Tyler's parks are diverse and offer activities from wildlife and plant observation to more active pursuits such as fishing, hiking, biking, tennis, basketball and other recreational opportunities. Download the Parks Brochure.

The amphitheater, pavilions, and picnic areas may be rented for your next birthday party, family reunion or special event. For more information, please visit the Rentals & Reservations page or contact the Parks Department at (903) 531-1370.

Park Hours

All city parks are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Trails are open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

General Park Rules

No trespassing after posted park hours.
Pets must be restrained and on a leash at all times.
No vehicles allowed in the City parks after posted hours of operation.
Alcoholic beverages, smoking, and/or other controlled substances are prohibited.
No littering or glass containers allowed.
Firearms, hunting/trapping implements, and other weaponry are prohibited within public parks and recreation areas, except as allowed by state law.
Motorized vehicles are prohibited except in designated parking areas or by permit. No parking on grass, medians, fields and/or green spaces.
The amplification of music, speeches, or any other sound audible beyond 50 feet is prohibited except under written permission from the Director of Parks.
No camping, fireworks, or open fires permitted.
No golfing in any public park or recreational area not specifically designated for that purpose.
All radio-controlled model aircraft including, but not limited to, drones expressly prohibited in all City of Tyler parks and recreation areas, except for Northside R.C. Park.
The collection, destruction, and/or removal of plants, animals, minerals, or historical/cultural items are strictly forbidden.
Use of metal detectors is prohibited without first obtaining a permit.
Commercial sales of goods without a permit are prohibited.
Posting of signs, notices, or handbills are prohibited except under written permission from the Director of Parks.

To view the City of Tyler Parks and Recreation Ordinances, please visit the City Code of Ordinances.

Looking for a place for your pooch to play?

All City of Tyler Parks and Trails are Pet Friendly! Your dog must be leashed and any pet waste properly disposed of. If you are looking for off-leash play spaces, try one of the following locations: