Location: 3505 West 35th St. 78703
For more information about this park, call the MayField Park at 512.474.9692.
This park is not reservable.
Size: 22.00 Acres
Amenities:
Trail Miles 0.9
Description: Known for the many peacocks wandering the property, this park also features art installations, hiking trails, and a historic cottage that can be rented for parties.
For many years, Friends of the Park has made the restoration and care of Mayfield Park their concern. Volunteers are always needed. Visit their website for a complete history of the gardens and information on guided tours and upcoming events.
In 2007, Friend of the Park received a grant from Austin Parks Foundation to care for the majestic oaks in the formal garden area. Don’t forget to look up!
Upcoming Events
Monthly Gardening Project: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 10:00 AM
Enjoy beautiful Mayfield Park and help keep the gardens in tip-top shape at monthly volunteer days. Bring a trowel, gloves and garden clippers if you have them. Contact Barbara Watt at 477-6031 or prskid3@aol.com if you have questions.
Invasive plant removal projects in the preserve are also available. Contact Nadene at ntmorning@hotmail.com if you’d like to schedule a group.
Monthly Gardening Project: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 10:00 AM
Enjoy beautiful Mayfield Park and help keep the gardens in tip-top shape at monthly volunteer days. Bring a trowel, gloves and garden clippers if you have them. Contact Barbara Watt at 477-6031 or prskid3@aol.com if you have questions.
Invasive plant removal projects in the preserve are also available. Contact Nadene at ntmorning@hotmail.com if you’d like to schedule a group.
Monthly Gardening Project: Saturday, November 14, 2009, 10:00 AM
Enjoy beautiful Mayfield Park and help keep the gardens in tip-top shape at monthly volunteer days. Bring a trowel, gloves and garden clippers if you have them. Contact Barbara Watt at 477-6031 or prskid3@aol.com if you have questions.
Invasive plant removal projects in the preserve are also available. Contact Nadene at ntmorning@hotmail.com if you’d like to schedule a group.
Partners and Links
Friends of the Parks http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/mayfield.htm
Friends of the Parks focuses on maintaining the cottage and gardens.
Friends of Mayfield Preserve Nadene Morning http://www.mayfieldpark.org/
This group focuses on the preserve, including trails and ecological restoration projects.
Trowel & Error Event on April 7 to Support Mayfield Park!!!
TROWEL & ERROR! On April 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mayfield Park will host Trowel & Error, the Spring event that annually attracts gardeners from all over Central Texas to hear experts give